Vincent Zhou

American figure skater and Olympian

Vincent Zhou - American figure skater and Olympian
Born

October 25th, 2000
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Competed in figure skating, representing the United States at national and international events. Achieved notable success as a junior skater, winning the 2017 World Junior Figure Skating Championships. Transitioned to senior-level competitions, where notable performances included participation in the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. Captured multiple medals at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships and consistently demonstrated technical skill and artistry in performances.

2017 World Junior Figure Skating Champion

2022 Winter Olympics competitor

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