Maurice Manificat

French cross-country skier

Maurice Manificat - French cross-country skier
Born

April 4th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Competed in cross-country skiing at the international level. Represented France in multiple World Championships and Olympic Games. Achieved significant results in World Cup events, particularly in the distance races. Demonstrated consistent performance throughout the career, contributing to France's standing in the sport.

Won multiple medals in FIS World Championships

Competed in the 2010, 2014, and 2018 Winter Olympics

Secured numerous top ten finishes in World Cup events

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