Martin Fourcade

French Olympic biathlete champion

Martin Fourcade - French Olympic biathlete champion
Born

September 14th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

Links & References

Born in 1988, a prominent biathlete competed for France. Achieved significant success at World Championships and the Olympic Games. Secured multiple gold medals in both individual and relay events, showcasing exceptional performance in the sport. Extensive participation in World Cup circuits solidified standing as one of the leading athletes in biathlon during the peak competitive years.

Won five gold medals at the World Championships

Secured two gold medals at the 2014 Sochi Olympics

Achieved overall World Cup victory multiple times

Other People Born on September 14th

Jan Masaryk

Czech politician and diplomat
Born
September 14th, 1886 138 years ago
Died
March 10th, 1948 77 years ago — 61 years old

Served as Czechoslovakia's foreign minister from 1940 to 1948. Played a crucial role in the establishment of Czechoslovakia after World War I. Advocated for democracy, human rights, and the importance of international cooperation. Involved in the Czechoslovak government-in-exile during World War II, working to represent Czechoslovakia's interests. His death in 1948 was surrounded by controversy and remains a subject of investigation.

Continue Reading

Cecilie Pedersen

Norwegian footballer, played for LSK Kvinner
Born
September 14th, 1990 34 years ago

A professional footballer from Norway, prominent in women's football. Played as a forward and represented LSK Kvinner in the Toppserien. Contributed to multiple league titles and had a significant role in national competitions. Also represented Norway at the youth and senior levels, showcasing talent in international matches. Competed in various club tournaments both domestically and across Europe.

Continue Reading

Archie Hahn

Runner and coach; Olympic gold medalist
Born
September 14th, 1880 144 years ago
Died
January 21st, 1955 70 years ago — 74 years old

This individual was a prominent runner and coach in the early 20th century. Competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics, winning three gold medals in the 60 meters, 100 meters, and 200 meters events. Represented the United States in international competitions and contributed to the training of future athletes. Later served as a coach at various levels, influencing many in the sport of track and field.

Continue Reading

Lee Jong-suk

South Korean actor in 'While You Were Sleeping'
Born
September 14th, 1989 35 years ago

Born in 1989, this individual started a career as a model before transitioning to acting. Debuted in the 2010 television drama 'Secret Garden' and gained widespread recognition through roles in dramas such as 'I Can Hear Your Voice', 'Pinocchio', and 'While You Were Sleeping'. This actor also starred in films like 'No Breathing' and 'VIP'. Received multiple awards for acting, including several Baeksang Arts Awards. The combination of modeling and acting contributed to a successful career in the entertainment industry.

Continue Reading

Agustín Calleri

Tennis player and doubles specialist
Born
September 14th, 1976 48 years ago

Competed professionally in tennis, achieving significant success primarily in doubles matches. Reached a career-high singles ranking of World No. 18 in April 2004. Notable for participating in the Davis Cup for Argentina, contributing to the team's efforts in the international competition over several years. Won multiple ATP doubles titles, demonstrating proficiency in team formats. Retired from professional play and continued to influence tennis through coaching and mentoring.

Continue Reading

Benjamin Ingrosso

Swedish singer and songwriter
Born
September 14th, 1997 27 years ago

Began a music career at a young age, releasing debut singles that achieved commercial success. Gained wider recognition by participating in the Swedish national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest, where a performance led to a strong showing in 2018. Released multiple singles and an album that charted well. Established a following due to engaging performances and catchy pop melodies.

Continue Reading