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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