Rachael Flatt
American figure skater and champion
Born
July 21st, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Competed in figure skating, achieving significant success on the national and international stages. Won the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships and later represented the United States at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Earned multiple titles at international competitions. Retired from competitive skating and moved into coaching and mentoring young skaters.
Won the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships
Competed at the 2010 Winter Olympics
Secured medals at international competitions
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