Hanna Walter

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Hanna Walter
Hanna Walter (1961).jpg
Hanna Walter (1961)
Personal information
Full nameHanna Walter
Country representedFlag of Austria.svg  Austria
Born (1939-11-24) November 24, 1939 (age 80)
Skating clubWEV, Wien
Retired1959

Hanna "Hannerl" Walter (born 24 November 1939) is an Austrian figure skater. She is the 1959 European champion and World silver medalist. She represented Austria at the 1956 Winter Olympics, where she placed 7th.

Competitive highlights

International
Event1953195419551956195719581959
Winter Olympics 7th
World Championships 7th6th3rd2nd
European Championships 9th5th5th3rd2nd1st
National
Austrian Championships 3rd3rd1st

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