Putzer, Karen (1978–)
Putzer, Karen (1978–)
Italian Alpine skier. Born Sept 29, 1978, in Bolzano, Italy.
Was two-time World Jr. champion in the giant slalom (1996–97); won a silver medal for giant slalom and a bronze in the combined at the World championships (2001); won a bronze medal for super-G at Salt Lake City Olympics (2002).
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