Maria Stepanova
Basketball player and Olympic medalist
Born
January 23rd, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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A professional basketball player, played as a center in the WNBA and various European leagues. Competed internationally, contributing to the national team's success in multiple championships. Won a silver medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics and a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Played for teams including the Phoenix Mercury and several clubs in Russia, contributing to the growth of women's basketball in the country.
Winning a silver medal at the 2004 Olympics
Competing in the WNBA with the Phoenix Mercury
Securing a bronze medal at the 2008 Olympics
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