Mahé Drysdale
Rower with multiple Olympic medals
Born
November 19th, 1979
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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Competed in rowing and achieved significant success at the international level. Won two Olympic gold medals in single sculls at the 2012 and 2016 Games. Secured several titles at the Rowing World Championships, totaling six gold medals. Dominated national competitions and held multiple national records. Renowned for consistent performance and longevity in the sport, representing New Zealand throughout a distinguished career.
Won gold at the 2012 London Olympics
Won gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics
Secured six World Championship titles
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