Julien Lizeroux
French Alpine Ski Racer with World Cup Wins

Born
September 5th, 1979
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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Competed primarily in the Alpine discipline of skiing. Specialized in slalom and giant slalom events. Achieved significant success on the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup circuit. Represented France in multiple World Championships and the Winter Olympics. Earned a silver medal in the 2009 World Championships in Val d'Isère.
Won the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup slalom race in 2008
Achieved a silver medal in the 2009 World Championships
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