Nathan Chen
Figure skater and Olympic gold medalist
Born
May 5th, 1999
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This figure skater achieved notable success in competitive figure skating, winning the 2022 Winter Olympics men's singles gold medal. An accomplished skater at a young age, significant achievements include winning multiple U.S. Championships and World Championships. His performances are characterized by technical difficulty, particularly in executing quadruple jumps. Competed for several years at both national and international levels, establishing a reputation for excellence in the sport.
Winning the 2022 Winter Olympics gold medal
Securing multiple World Championship titles
Winning several U.S. National Championships
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