Yevgeniya Medvedeva

Russian skier with Olympic accolades

Yevgeniya Medvedeva - Russian skier with Olympic accolades
Born

July 4th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Born in 1976, this individual excelled in the sport of alpine skiing, representing Russia in various international competitions. Achievements include participation in multiple World Cup events and earning medals in European Championships. The skier competed at the highest level, contributing to the promotion of winter sports in Russia.

Competed in the 2010 Winter Olympics

Achieved medals at European Ski Championships

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