Martin Fuksa

Czech canoeist and Olympian

Martin Fuksa - Czech canoeist and Olympian
Born

April 30th, 1993
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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Competed in sprint canoeing events, specializing in the K1 (kayak single) category. Achieved significant success in international competitions, showcasing skills in both individual and team formats. Participated in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, representing the Czech Republic. Won multiple medals at World Championships, contributing to the nation's presence in the sport.

Competed in the K1 1000m event at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Earned silver medals at the ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships

Secured multiple national titles in sprint canoeing

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