Gregorio Paltrinieri
Italian swimmer and Olympic champion
Born
September 5th, 1994
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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Competed in swimming events representing Italy. Achieved significant success in the 1500 meter freestyle, becoming an Olympic gold medalist at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games. Secured multiple medals at World and European Championships, setting records and establishing dominance in long-distance freestyle events.
Won Olympic gold medal in 1500m freestyle in 2016
Claimed multiple World Championship titles
Set European records in long-distance freestyle events
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