Berit Aunli
Norwegian skier and Olympic champion
Born
June 9th, 1956
69 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Norway
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This athlete competed in cross-country skiing. Achievements include participating in the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, where a bronze medal was secured. Success continued with victories in the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships, adding to a notable competitive career.
Won a bronze medal in the 1980 Winter Olympics
Secured multiple medals at the FIS Nordic World Ski Championships
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