Suzy Chaffee

Alpine ski racer and Olympic medalist

Suzy Chaffee - Alpine ski racer and Olympic medalist
Born

November 29th, 1946
78 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An accomplished alpine ski racer, secured a bronze medal in the 1964 Winter Olympics in Innsbruck, Austria. Competed in the World Cup circuit and participated in multiple events, achieving notable rankings. After retiring from competitive skiing, engaged in various ventures in sports and television, including skiing endorsements and promoting skiing as a sport. Also served as a spokesperson for environmental issues, advocating for nature and skiing preservation.

Bronze medalist in the 1964 Winter Olympics

Competed in World Cup alpine skiing

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