Mickaël Hanany
French high jumper and Olympian
Born
March 25th, 1983
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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Competed in high jump at international events, representing France. Achieved personal best clearance of 2.37 meters. Participated in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, finishing in 22nd place. Won the gold medal at the 2009 Mediterranean Games in Pescara, Italy. Competed in multiple European Championships and World Championships throughout career, establishing a reputation in the field of athletics.
Participated in the 2008 Beijing Olympics
Gold medalist at 2009 Mediterranean Games
Cleared a personal best of 2.37 meters
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