Thomas Köhler (born 25 June 1940) is an

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former

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r who competed during the 1960s. He won three

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medals in men's luge with two golds (Singles:

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, Doubles:

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) and one silver (Singles: 1968). Köhler won five medals at the

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with three golds (singles:

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; doubles: 1967) and one silver (doubles: 1965).

References

''Encyclopædia Britannica'' online article on Köhler

Hickok sports information on World champions in luge and skeleton.
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