Inge Sörensen
Inge Sörensen is a former Danish swimmer who made history at the age of 12 by winning a bronze medal in the 200-meter breaststroke at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, becoming the youngest athlete to ever medal in an individual Olympic event. Her remarkable achievement not only showcased her extraordinary talent but also sparked significant debate regarding the appropriate age for young athletes to compete at such high levels, ultimately leading to the establishment of age restrictions in competitive swimming.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
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Inge Sorensen won a bronze medal in the 200-meter breaststroke at the 1936 Berlin Olympics shortly after her 12th birthday.
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Indonesia· 2025-08-02
Inge Sorensen was the last 12-year-old swimmer to win a medal before Yu Zidi.
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Portugal· 2025-08-02
Inge Sorensen won a bronze medal at the 1936 Olympics at the age of 12, sparking a debate about age and health in sports.
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Spain· 2025-07-31
Inge Sörensen was the youngest medalist in Olympic history, winning bronze at the age of twelve in 1936.
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Germany· 2025-07-30
