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Natalie Geisenberger, born on February 5, 1988, is a German luger who is widely regarded as one of the greatest lugers of all time. With an impressive list of achievements, she has become a nine-time World champion and six-time Olympic champion, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
Silke Kraushaar-Pielach is a German luger who achieved remarkable success and left a lasting impact on the sport. She won the gold medal in the women’s singles event at the 1998 Olympics, narrowly beating her teammate by a mere 2 thousandths of a second. Throughout her career, Kraushaar-Pielach earned numerous medals at the FIL World Luge Championships and the FIL European Luge Championships, solidifying her status as a dominant force in the sport. Her dedication and passion have inspired generations of lugers.
Steffi Martin Walter was a German luger who achieved great success in her career. She won gold medals at the FIL World Luge Championships, the Olympic Games, and achieved various other accomplishments. In addition to her athletic career, Martin pursued a career as a physiotherapist and studied law. Despite battling cancer, she left behind a legacy as one of Germany’s greatest lugers.
Alex Gough, born in 1987, is a retired Canadian luger who made her mark in the sport between 2002 and 2018. Gough’s accomplishments on the world stage have solidified her legacy as one of Canada’s most successful and influential athletes.
Margit Schumann was an East German luger who achieved great success in the sport during the 1970s and early 1980s. With her exceptional skills, she won multiple medals at the Winter Olympics, World Championships, and European Championships. Schumann’s legacy as a trailblazer and role model for future lugers will always be remembered.
Tatjana Hüfner, born on April 30, 1983, is a German retired luger who made a significant impact in the world of luge throughout her career. Her remarkable achievements and contributions have solidified her status as one of the sport’s most accomplished athletes.
Sylke Otto, born on 7 July 1969 in Karl-Marx-Stadt (now Chemnitz), is a former German luger who made a name for herself with her outstanding achievements and contributions to the sport. Competing from 1991 to 2007, Otto displayed remarkable skill and determination, making her mark in three consecutive Winter Olympics. Throughout her career, she garnered numerous medals at both the FIL World Luge Championships and the FIL European Luge Championships, solidifying her status as one of the greatest lugers of all time.