Michal Řepík
Czech ice hockey player, Olympic medalist
Born
December 31st, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Czech Republic
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Born in 1988, a professional ice hockey player with a successful career in international competition. Played for the Czech national team in multiple championships, contributing to the team's achievements on the global stage. Achieved recognition in domestic leagues, particularly in the Czech Extraliga and various European clubs. Notably, was part of the squad that secured a bronze medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang.
Won a bronze medal at the 2018 Winter Olympics
Played for HC MoDo in the Swedish Hockey League
Competed extensively in the Czech Extraliga
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