Lise-Marie Morerod

Swiss skier with Olympic achievements

Lise-Marie Morerod - Swiss skier with Olympic achievements
Born

April 16th, 1956
69 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Switzerland

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Achieved success as a professional alpine skier from Switzerland, competing primarily in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Participated in the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships and secured a gold medal in the slalom event in 1980. Competed in the 1980 Winter Olympics, earning recognition for her performance.

Won gold medal in slalom at 1980 World Championships

Competed in 1980 Winter Olympics

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