Ulla Salzgeber

German equestrian champion and rider

Ulla Salzgeber - German equestrian champion and rider
Born

August 5th, 1958
66 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Competed in dressage for Germany and achieved significant success in international competitions. Secured multiple medals at the European Dressage Championships and the World Equestrian Games. Represented Germany at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, where earned individual silver and contributed to a team bronze. Renowned for a riding style that emphasized precision and grace.

Winning individual silver at the 2000 Sydney Olympics

Earning team bronze at the 2000 Sydney Olympics

Securing multiple medals at the European Championships

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