Thomas Morgenstern

Austrian ski jumper and Olympic champion

Thomas Morgenstern - Austrian ski jumper and Olympic champion
Born

October 30th, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Austria

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Ski jumper achieved significant success in the early 2000s. Competed for Austria and excelled in team and individual events. Won three Olympic gold medals at the 2010 Vancouver Games. Secured several victories in the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup, establishing a strong reputation in the sport. Retired from competition in 2014, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in ski jumping.

Won three Olympic gold medals in 2010

Secured multiple World Cup victories

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