Karen Magnussen

Figure Skater and Coach, 1973 World Champion

Karen Magnussen - Figure Skater and Coach, 1973 World Champion
Born

April 4th, 1952
73 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in Canada, competed in figure skating at a high level during the 1970s. Achieved significant recognition by winning the 1973 World Figure Skating Championships. Finished fourth in the 1972 Sapporo Winter Olympics. Transitioned into coaching after her competitive career, contributing to the next generation of figure skaters.

Won the 1973 World Figure Skating Championships

Finished fourth in the 1972 Winter Olympics

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