Definition
Roberto Larraz was an Argentine fencer who represented Argentina in international competition during the early to mid‑20th century, most notably at the Olympic Games.
Overview
Roberto Larraz participated in the sport of fencing, competing in the foil and épée disciplines. He is recorded as having been a member of the Argentine fencing delegation at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, where he took part in team events. Details of his national championships, club affiliation, and broader competitive record are limited in publicly available sources. Information regarding his life outside sport, including exact birth and death dates, is sparse; some references suggest he was born in the early 1900s and died in the 1970s, but precise dates are not definitively documented.
Etymology / Origin
- Roberto: The Spanish and Italian form of the Germanic name Robert, meaning “bright fame” (from hrod “fame” + beraht “bright”).
- Larraz: A surname of likely French or Occitan origin, possibly derived from a toponymic source (e.g., places named Larraz or Larrazet in southern France). The exact genealogical background of the Larraz family in Argentina is not extensively chronicled.
Characteristics
- Sporting Discipline: Fencing, with emphasis on foil and épée.
- Olympic Participation: Member of the Argentine team at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, competing in team foil and/or team épée events. The Argentine team did not attain medal positions in those events.
- Style and Technique: Specific descriptions of Larraz’s fencing style, tactical preferences, or rankings within the Argentine fencing community are not widely recorded in accessible sources.
- Legacy: While not a prominent figure in the global history of fencing, Larraz forms part of the early generation of Argentine athletes who helped establish the nation’s presence in international fencing competitions.
Related Topics
- Fencing at the 1936 Summer Olympics
- History of Argentine participation in the Olympic Games
- List of Argentine fencers
- Development of fencing in South America
Note: Accurate information about Roberto Larraz’s biographical details and competitive record is limited; the above summary reflects the extent of verifiable data currently available.