Gabriella Papadakis

French ice dancer, Olympic silver medalist

Gabriella Papadakis - French ice dancer, Olympic silver medalist
Born

May 10th, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A prominent figure in ice dancing, won the Olympic silver medal at the 2018 Winter Games in PyeongChang alongside a skating partner. Achieved multiple titles in the Four Continents Championships and the World Championships. Renowned for technical skill and artistic expression on the ice. Competed at a high level for several years, consistently performing in international competitions.

Won Olympic silver medal in 2018

Champion of the 2018 World Championships

Multiple Four Continents Championships titles

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