Marcel Nguyen

German gymnast with Olympic accolades

Marcel Nguyen - German gymnast with Olympic accolades
Born

September 8th, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Competed in artistic gymnastics, representing Germany in multiple international events. Achieved notable success at the 2012 London Olympics, where earned a silver medal in the parallel bars and a bronze medal in the team event. Also participated in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. Contributed to team successes throughout the career with consistent performances in European Championships and World Championships, showcasing talent in various apparatuses.

Won silver in parallel bars at the 2012 Olympics

Won bronze in team event at the 2012 Olympics

Multiple medals at European Championships

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