Britta Steffen

German swimmer and Olympic champion

Britta Steffen - German swimmer and Olympic champion
Born

November 16th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A competitive swimmer specializing in sprint freestyle events, achieved significant success in international competitions. Competed in the 2004 and 2008 Summer Olympics. Won gold medals in the 100-meter and 200-meter freestyle races in 2008. Set multiple world records during career, contributing to the sport's evolution. Transitioned from competition to coaching and mentoring young swimmers after retiring from professional swimming.

Won gold in the 100m freestyle at the 2008 Olympics

Won gold in the 200m freestyle at the 2008 Olympics

Set multiple world records in freestyle events

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