Rosalynn Sumners

Figure skater and world champion athlete

Rosalynn Sumners - Figure skater and world champion athlete
Born

April 20th, 1964
61 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent figure skater achieved considerable success in the 1980s. Skated for the United States and won the World Figure Skating Championships in 1982. Competed in the 1984 Winter Olympics, finishing in fourth place. Known for a strong technical ability and artistic performance.

Won the World Figure Skating Championships in 1982

Competed in the 1984 Winter Olympics

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