Lizzy Yarnold
British skeleton racer and Olympic champion
Born
October 31st, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United Kingdom
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Achieved success in the sport of skeleton racing, dominating the event in several competitions. Won a gold medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi and followed up with another gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang. Yarnold also secured multiple World Championships, establishing a significant presence in the sport over her career.
Gold medalist at 2014 Winter Olympics
Gold medalist at 2018 Winter Olympics
World Champion in skeleton racing
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