Theresa Zabell facts for kids
Theresa Zabell in December 1999 at the European parliament.
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| Born | 22 May 1965 (age 60) Ipswich, Suffolk |
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Theresa Zabell Lucas (born 22 May 1965) is a famous Spanish sailor. She is best known for winning two gold medals at the Olympic Games. She won her first gold medal in Barcelona in 1992. Her second gold medal came in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1996.
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Theresa Zabell: An Olympic Sailing Champion
Theresa Zabell is a true star in the world of sailing. She competed in a type of sailboat called the 470 class. This is a two-person boat, and it's very popular in Olympic sailing. Theresa was part of the Real Club de Mediterráneo Málaga.
Double Gold Medal Winner
Theresa Zabell achieved something amazing by winning gold at two different Olympic Games.
- In 1992, she won her first gold medal at the Barcelona Olympics. This was a huge moment for her and for Spain.
- Four years later, she did it again! She won her second gold medal at the Atlanta Olympics in 1996. Winning two Olympic golds shows how skilled and dedicated she was.
A Champion in Politics
After her successful sailing career, Theresa Zabell decided to try something different. She became a Member of the European Parliament. This means she was elected to help make important decisions for countries in Europe. She served one term starting in 1999. She was part of a group called the European People's Party.
Her Family
Theresa Zabell also has a brother named Simon Zabell. He is known for being an artist.
