Martina Schild
Swiss alpine ski racer
Born
October 26th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Switzerland
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A professional alpine ski racer with a focus on the downhill and super-G disciplines. Competed at the highest levels including the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup. Achieved significant success in various competitions, including the World Championships and Olympics. Recorded several podium finishes and consistently ranked among the top skiers globally during active career.
Competed in the 2006 Winter Olympics
Achieved multiple World Cup podium finishes
Won a silver medal at the 2003 World Championships
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