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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