Ilias Louka

Ilias Louka (Greek: Ηλίας Λουκά, born 23 July 1974) is a retired Cypriot shot putter. His brother Mikhalis Louka was also a shot putter.

He finished sixth at the 1992 World Junior Championships[1] and won the silver medal at the 1993 European Junior Championships.[2] He competed at the 1996 Olympic Games without reaching the final.[3][4] He became visiting Greek shot put champion in 1993 and 1996.[5]

His personal best throw was 19.54 metres, achieved in 1996.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Peters, Lionel; Magnusson, Tomas. "World Junior Championships 1992". World Junior Athletics History. Retrieved 24 January 2011.
  2. ↑ "European Junior Championships (Men)". GBR Athletics. Athletics Weekly. Retrieved 24 January 2011.
  3. 1 2 "Ilias Louka". Sports-Reference.com. Retrieved 24 January 2011.
  4. ↑ Ilias Louka profile at IAAF
  5. ↑ "Greek Championships". GBR Athletics. Athletics Weekly. Retrieved 24 January 2011.


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