Alberto Fernández (sport shooter) facts for kids
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Fernández in 2014
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| Nationality | Spanish | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 16 June 1983 Madrid, Spain |
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| Height | 1.81 m | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 100 kg | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Country | Spain | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sport | Shooting | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Event(s) | Trap | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Club | Las Acacias | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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Alberto Fernández Muñoz is a talented Spanish athlete. He was born in Madrid, Spain, on June 16, 1983. Alberto is famous for his skills in trap shooting. This is a sport where people use shotguns to hit flying targets. These targets are often called "clay pigeons."
Alberto is one of the best trap shooters in the world. He has won many important competitions. He has earned gold medals at the Olympic Games and multiple world championships. His dedication and skill have made him a true champion in his sport.
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What is Trap Shooting?
Understanding the Sport
Trap shooting is a type of shooting sport. Competitors stand at different spots. They shoot at targets that are thrown from a machine. These targets fly away from the shooter at high speeds. The goal is to break as many targets as possible.
Olympic Pit Shooting
Alberto also competes in "Olympic pit" shooting. This is a specific type of trap shooting. It has strict rules about how targets are thrown. It is a very challenging event. Shooters need great focus and quick reactions.
Alberto's Big Wins
World Champion Titles
Alberto Fernández has won the World Shooting Championships three times. He first won a gold medal in 2010. He won again in 2013 and 2018. These wins show he is one of the best shooters globally.
European Championships Success
He has also done very well at the European Shooting Championships. Between 2006 and 2015, he won five medals. These include gold, silver, and bronze medals. His consistent performance shows his long-term skill.
Olympic Glory
Alberto has competed in four Summer Olympics. His biggest Olympic moment came at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. There, he won a gold medal in the mixed trap team event. He won this medal with his teammate, Fátima Gálvez. This was a historic win for Spain.
In individual trap events, Alberto has also competed strongly. He finished 33rd in Beijing in 2008. He was 25th in London in 2012. In Rio de Janeiro in 2016, he placed 17th. At the Tokyo Olympics, he finished 9th in the individual event.
Alberto's International Medals
Here is a summary of some of Alberto Fernández's top international achievements:
| Summer Olympic Games | |||
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| Year | Place | Medal | Competition |
| 2020 | Tokyo ( Japan) |
 Gold
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Mixed Team Competition |
| ISSF World Shooting Championships | |||
| 2010 | Munich ( Germany) |
Gold
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Individual |
| 2013 | Lima ( Peru) |
Gold
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Team Competition |
| 2018 | Changwon ( South Korea) |
Gold
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Individual |
| ISSF European Shooting Championships | |||
| Year | Place | Medal | Competition |
| 2006 | Maribor ( Slovenia) |
 Bronze |
Individual |
| 2006 | Maribor ( Slovenia) |
Bronze |
Team Competition |
| 2010 | Kazan ( Russia) |
Gold
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Individual |
| 2015 | Maribor ( Slovenia) |
 Silver
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Individual |
| 2015 | Maribor ( Slovenia) |
Bronze |
Team Competition |
See also
In Spanish: Alberto Fernández Muñoz para niños
