A Serbian swimmer who won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals, setting several world records in the 100m and 200m backstroke events.
Timeline
1963
Born in Serbia
Milorad Čavić was born on May 31, 1963, in Belgrade, Serbia.
1988
Olympic Debut
Čavić made his Olympic debut at the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea.
2000
European Champion
Čavić won the gold medal in the 100m butterfly at the 2000 European Aquatics Championships.
2008
Silver Medalist
Čavić won the silver medal in the 100m butterfly at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China.
2012
Retirement
Čavić retired from professional swimming after the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.
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FAQ
What is Milorad �avas most notable achievement in swimming?
Milorad �ava is a two-time European Champion and won several medals at the Mediterranean Games and Balkan Championships.
What events has Milorad �ava specialized in?
Milorad �ava has specialized in the breaststroke and medley events throughout his career, winning the majority of his medals in these disciplines.
How many medals has Milorad �ava won at the European Championships?
Milorad �ava has won a total of five medals at the European Championships, including two gold medals and three bronze medals.
How many times has Milorad �ava competed at the Olympic Games?
Milorad �ava has competed at the Olympic Games three times, in 2004, 2008, and 2012, representing Serbia.
When did Milorad �ava retire from swimming?
Milorad �ava retired from professional swimming in 2015, at the age of 30, due to a shoulder injury that prevented him from competing at the highest level.
