Sarapion

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Ancient Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameSarapion
Used name•Sarapion
NOC Alexandria
Medals AG
Gold 1
Silver 0
Bronze 0
Total 1

Biography

Sarapion arrived in Olympia while his hometown was suffering from a famine. Using his winnings, he helped the citizens with food after his Olympic victory. For this deed, Elis also erected a victory statue to Sarapion in one of their gymnasia.

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
89 CE Ancient Olympics Ancient Combative Sports (Ancient Sports) ALX Sarapion
Boxing, Boys (Ancient Olympics) 1 Gold