Denis Ten
Kazakhstani figure skater, Olympic medalist
Born
June 13th, 1993
31 years ago
Died
July 19th, 2018
6 years ago — 25 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Kazakhstan
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Competitor in figure skating achieved notable success in international competitions. Won the bronze medal in the men's singles event at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. Claimed the title at the Asian Figure Skating Championships multiple times. Competed in various Grand Prix events, earning accolades and recognition for technical prowess and artistic performance. Made significant contributions to the sport in Kazakhstan, inspiring a new generation of athletes.
Bronze medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics
Multiple titles at the Asian Figure Skating Championships
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