Picabo Street

Alpine skier and Olympic medalist

Picabo Street - Alpine skier and Olympic medalist
Born

April 3rd, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent alpine skier, achieved significant success in the 1990s. Won the Olympic gold medal in the downhill event at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano. Secured multiple World Cup victories and earned the title of World Champion in the super G discipline in 1996. Known for a competitive spirit and a notable rivalry within the sport.

Gold medal in downhill at the 1998 Olympics

World Champion in super G in 1996

Multiple World Cup victories

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