Martina Schild

Swiss alpine ski racer

Martina Schild - Swiss alpine ski racer
Born

October 26th, 1981
44 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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