Aleksandra Król
Polish snowboarder with Olympic participation
Born
November 20th, 1990
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Poland
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Competed in snowboarding events representing Poland. Participated in the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, achieving a respectable finish in the women's parallel giant slalom. Also competed in various FIS World Cup events throughout her career, showcasing skills in both slalom and snowboard cross disciplines. Earned multiple national championships, solidifying status in Polish snowboarding.
Participated in the 2014 Winter Olympics
Competed in numerous FIS World Cup events
Won multiple national championships
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