Misha Zilberman
Olympic badminton player from Israel
Born
January 30th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Israel
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An Olympic badminton player represented Israel in international competitions. Competed at the 2012 London Olympics in men's singles and mixed doubles. Achieved significant success in various tournaments throughout his career, showcasing skill and determination on the court.
Competed in the 2012 London Olympics
Won multiple national championships
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