Tatjana Hüfner

German luger and Olympic champion

Tatjana Hüfner - German luger and Olympic champion
Born

April 30th, 1983
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Competed in luge at the highest level, achieving significant success in individual and team events. Won multiple World Championships and secured an Olympic gold medal in women's singles luge at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. Renowned for consistency and technical skill on the track. Retired from competitive luge in 2019 after a prominent career, leaving a legacy in the sport.

Olympic gold medal in 2010

Three-time World Champion

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