1953 Summer International University Sports Week

The 1953 Summer International University Sports Week were organised by the International University Sports Federation (FISU) and held in Dortmund, West Germany, between 7 and 14 August.[1][2]

1953 Summer International University Sports Week
Host cityDortmund, West Germany
Nations participating21
Athletes participating<800
Events7 sports
Opening ceremonyAugust 9
Closing ceremonyAugust 16
Officially opened byWalter Hallstein
Main venueStadion Rote Erde

Sports

  • Athletics
  • Basketball
  • Fencing
  • Football
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Water polo

References

  1. "Opening of International Games". The Manchester Guardian. 10 August 1953. p. 2. Retrieved 28 March 2021.
  2. "British wins at Dortmund". The Manchester Guardian. 17 August 1953. p. 2. Retrieved 28 March 2021.
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