Raphaël Poirée
Biathlete and multiple World Champion
Born
August 9th, 1974
50 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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A prominent biathlete specialized in the combination of cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. Competed in numerous World Championships and Olympic Games, achieving significant success throughout the career. Excelled in the late 1990s and early 2000s, earning a reputation for exceptional skiing speed and shooting accuracy. Retired with a legacy that includes multiple titles and accolades in the sport.
Won four World Championship titles
Achieved a total of 36 World Cup victories
Competed in the 2002 and 2006 Winter Olympics
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