Benjamin Raich

Austrian Alpine skier with Olympic medals

Benjamin Raich - Austrian Alpine skier with Olympic medals
Born

February 28th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Austria

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An accomplished Alpine skier, achieved significant success in the sport during the early 2000s. Competed in various World Cup events and made contributions to the Austrian national team. Won multiple World Championship medals and secured two Olympic gold medals in the 2006 Turin Olympics. Renowned for versatility across disciplines, including slalom and giant slalom.

Won Olympic gold in slalom at 2006 Turin

Secured Olympic gold in giant slalom at 2006 Turin

Claimed multiple medals at World Championships

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