Karen Chen

Figure skater and U.S. champion

Karen Chen - Figure skater and U.S. champion
Born

August 16th, 1999
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Competed in figure skating, earning recognition in national and international competitions. Achieved prominence by winning the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in 2017. Represented the United States at the World Figure Skating Championships and the Olympic Games, contributing to the sport through individual competitions and performances. Known for grace and technical proficiency on the ice, specializing in singles events.

Won the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in 2017

Competed in the 2018 Winter Olympics

Placed third at the Four Continents Figure Skating Championships in 2018

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