Kristina Albertus

Kristina Albertus, who later became a sports teacher at the Technical University of Dresden, won her only national titles in 1969 (indoor and outdoor), also placing second in 1967, 1972 and 1973 and third in 1966, 1968 and 1971. She was also third in the pentathlon in 1967. Her best international result was her eighth place at the 1969 European Championships. At the Munich Olympics in 1972 she was eliminated in the qualification round. She retired after the 1974 season with her seasonal progression as follows: 1968 – 6.43; 1969 – 6.43; 1972 – 6.58; 1973 – 6.54; 1974 – 6.55.

Personal Best: LJ – 6.58 (1972).