[1] Her biggest achievement came at the 1960 Summer Olympics, where she competed for the United Team of Germany.

[2] Donath won the East German national title in 400 metres, representing the club SC Chemie Halle.

[3] She was even more prolific in the East German cross-country championships, which she won in 1951 (inaugural), 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957 and 1960.

[4] During these years, Donath also helped SC Chemie Halle win the club competition in 1957, 1960 and 1961.

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