Hungary at the 1908 Summer Olympics
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Medalists

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Multiple medalists

The following competitors won multiple medals at the 1908 Olympic Games.


Competitors

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Results by event


Athletics

Hungary's best athletics result was István Somodi's silver medal in the high jump. The Hungarian medley relay team took the bronze medal.


Fencing

Hungary dominated the sabre competitions, taking the top two individual medals and the team gold.


Gymnastics


Rowing


Shooting


Swimming


Tennis


Wrestling


Notes


Sources

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