Adam Małysz
Ski jumper and race car driver
Born
December 3rd, 1977
47 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Poland
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Competed in ski jumping and race car driving. Achieved success in multiple competitions, including the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships and the Winter Olympics. Retired from ski jumping in 2011, then transitioned to motorsport, participating in various rally events. Recognized as one of the most successful ski jumpers in history.
Won four FIS Nordic World Ski Championships titles
Earned three Olympic medals in ski jumping
Secured a total of 39 World Cup victories in ski jumping
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