Marcel Hirscher

Austrian Alpine Ski Racer

Marcel Hirscher - Austrian Alpine Ski Racer
Born

March 2nd, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Austria

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Achieved great success in Alpine skiing, capturing a total of eight consecutive overall World Cup titles from 2012 to 2019. Dominated the slalom and giant slalom disciplines, winning numerous World Cup races. Secured two gold medals in the 2018 Winter Olympics held in Pyeongchang, excelling in both the men's alpine combined and the men's parallel giant slalom. Also earned multiple World Championship titles throughout his career, contributing to a legacy as one of the most accomplished Alpine skiers in history.

Eight consecutive overall World Cup titles

Two gold medals at the 2018 Winter Olympics

Multiple World Championship titles

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