Eric Lamaze

Canadian equestrian Olympic champion

Eric Lamaze - Canadian equestrian Olympic champion
Born

April 17th, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Competed in show jumping and represented Canada in various international competitions. Achieved significant success at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where won a gold medal in individual jumping and a silver medal in team jumping. Established a reputation in the equestrian community and continued to participate in prestigious events worldwide.

Won gold medal in individual jumping at 2008 Beijing Olympics

Won silver medal in team jumping at 2008 Beijing Olympics

Achieved victories in multiple Grand Prix events

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