Handball
Hungary's first two games resulted in victories over the United States and Japan, guaranteeing the team a berth in the second round regardless of the result of the third game. However, that loss to Yugoslavia carried over into the second round, putting the Hungarians at a disadvantage. Losses to Romania and West Germany put Hungary into last place in the division. The team played against Sweden for seventh and eighth places, losing 19-18.
Men's Team Competition:
- Hungary - 8th place (2-4-0)
- Roster - János Adorján, Béla Bartalos, János Csík, László Harka, József Horváth, Gyula Hurth, Sandor Kaló, István Marosi, Lajos Simó, János Stiller, István Szabó, László Szabó, Sándor Takács, István Varga, Károly Vass, and Sandor Vass
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