Blaž Janc
Slovenian handball player and champion
Born
November 20th, 1996
28 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Slovenia
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Born in 1996, this athlete excelled in handball, representing Slovenia on the international stage. Distinguished by skill and dedication, made contributions during significant tournaments. Participated in major competitions, including the European Handball Championships and the World Handball Championship. Played for club teams, showcasing talent in leagues and securing championships.
Played for the Slovenian national handball team
Competed in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
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