Teddy Atine-Venel

French athlete in sprinting events

Teddy Atine-Venel - French athlete in sprinting events
Born

March 16th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Specialized in the 100 meters and 200 meters sprint events. Competed in athletic championships representing France. Achieved notable performance at the 2014 European Athletics Championships, securing a medal in the relay race. Participated in international competitions including the World Athletics Championships.

Medaled in the 4x100 meters at the 2014 European Championships

Competed in the 100 meters at the 2015 World Championships

Represented France at the 2016 Summer Olympics

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