Nicolas Berejny facts for kids
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| Nationality | French | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 27 June 1968 ..., Gers, France |
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| Country |  France |
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| Sport | alpine skiing | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Event(s) | Downhill slalom Giant slalom Super combined Super G |
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| Coached by | Leina Doo | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Nicolas Berejny, born on June 27, 1968, in ..., France, is a famous French alpine skier. He is known for being a three-time Paralympic Champion. He has achieved great success in the sport of alpine skiing, especially in events for visually impaired athletes.
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Nicolas Berejny: A Paralympic Skiing Star
Nicolas Berejny is a highly successful athlete in para alpine skiing. This sport is a form of alpine skiing adapted for athletes with disabilities. Nicolas competes in the visually impaired category, meaning he skis with a guide.
His Paralympic Journey
Nicolas Berejny has competed in two Winter Paralympic Games. These are major international multi-sport events for athletes with disabilities. He showed incredible skill and determination in both competitions.
Turin 2006 Winter Paralympics
In 2006, Nicolas competed at the Winter Paralympics held in Turin, Italy. He had an amazing performance there. He won two gold medals, showing he was one of the best in the world.
- He earned a gold medal in the Slalom event for visually impaired skiers.
- He also won a gold medal in the Giant Slalom event for visually impaired skiers.
- Additionally, he secured a bronze medal in the Downhill event for visually impaired skiers.
Vancouver 2010 Winter Paralympics
Nicolas continued his success at the 2010 Winter Paralympics in Vancouver, Canada. He once again proved his talent on the slopes.
- He won another gold medal in the Super-G event for visually impaired skiers. This brought his total gold medals to three.
His Sighted Guide
For visually impaired skiers like Nicolas, a "sighted guide" is very important. This guide skis ahead of the athlete, giving them directions and helping them navigate the course. Nicolas Berejny's trusted sighted guide for both the 2006 Turin and 2010 Vancouver Paralympics was Sophie Troc. Their teamwork was key to his many victories.
