Description: (Romanian Handball Player)
Gheorghe Gruia Marinescu, a Romanian handball player, coach, and sports official, achieved significant success in his career. He won gold and bronze medals in World Championships and the Olympics. Gruia, known for his skills as a right back, played his entire professional career with Steaua Bucharest. He was globally recognized for his impact on the sport and was named "The Greatest Handball Player of All Times" by the International Handball Federation. After his playing career, Gruia moved to Mexico City, where he continued to contribute to handball as a coach and official, earning the title of the 'father of handball' in Mexico.