| Peter Svensson | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Peter Svensson | ||
| Born | December 28, 1983 | ||
| Nationality | Danish  | ||
| Height | 195 cm (6 ft 5 in) | ||
| Playing position | Line player | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | retired | ||
| Number | 5 | ||
Peter Svensson (born December 28, 1983) is a Danish former handballer. He played for Danish Handball League side GOG Svendborg, with whom he won the Danish Championship in 2007. He ended his playing career in 2010 following a knee injury.
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