Inga Gentzel 1908 – 1991

Biography

Inga Gentzel was born on April 24, 1908, in Sankt Matteus, Sweden, during a time of great social change in her country. She would go on to make her mark as an athletics competitor, pursuing a sporting passion during the early-to-mid twentieth century. Her dedication to athletic endeavor reflected the growing opportunities for women in sport during her lifetime, and she carried this commitment throughout her years.

Inga lived a full life spanning more than eight decades, witnessing tremendous transformations in Swedish society and the world of athletics. She spent her final years in Nyköpings Alla Helgona, where she passed away peacefully on January 1, 1991, at the threshold of a new decade. Her legacy remains connected to the history of Swedish athletics and the pioneering spirit of those who participated in competitive sport during the twentieth century.