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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