Chloé Dufour-Lapointe
Canadian freestyle skier and Olympic medalist
Born
December 2nd, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Competed in freestyle skiing, specializing in mogul skiing. Earned a gold medal in women's mogul at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics and a silver medal in the same event at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. Achieved multiple podium finishes in World Cup events throughout the career, establishing a prominent presence in the sport. Represented Canada at various international competitions, contributing to the country's reputation in winter sports.
Gold medal in women's mogul at 2014 Sochi Olympics
Silver medal in women's mogul at 2010 Vancouver Olympics
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