Stein Eriksen
Norwegian-American Olympic skier
Born
1927
98 years ago
Died
December 27th, 2015
9 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Norway
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Originated from Norway, celebrated for excellence in alpine skiing. Competed in the 1952 Winter Olympics and clinched the gold medal in slalom and silver in giant slalom. Also played a pivotal role in advancing the sport in the United States after moving there. Besides racing, involved in ski instruction and promotion of skiing as a recreational sport, contributing to the development of ski resorts.
Won the gold medal in slalom at the 1952 Winter Olympics
Secured silver in giant slalom at the 1952 Winter Olympics
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