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German record holder hurdler. Olympic and World medallist.
Schmid won five European titles during his 10+ year tenure in global athletics scene and known as 400m best hurdlers in his era. Mostly challenge with all-time great Edwin Moses, their rivalry is one of the anticipated ones in 1980s. Schmid was last man to beat Moses before his 122 races unbeaten streak.
He retired from athletics in late 80s. Later, appointed to the IAAF commissions.
Schmid selected German Sportsman Of The Year twice, in 1979 and 1987.