X Years ago: Swiss gymnast Eugen Mack died.

October 29, 2026

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Eugen Mack, who died on October 29, 1978, was a celebrated Swiss gymnast from Basel. He won two Olympic gold medals and earned a total of 15 individual medals at the World Championships and Olympics, making him the most decorated gymnast of the pre-World War II era. His gymnastics career began in Basel, where his legacy remains deeply rooted. See wikipedia for more information.

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