athlete
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Nikita Filippov was the only Russian athlete to win a medal at the Winter Olympics, taking silver in ski mountaineering.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
When an athlete is supported to move in a way that suits their structure, their strength profile and their natural rhythm, performance accelerates.
From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026
The collaboration follows Reese’s runway debut at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in October, where she was the first professional athlete ever to walk the show.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
An athlete or coach might “throw” a game for personal gain.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
She had once been a famous athlete, and even now the muscles were still clearly in evidence.
From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl
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