Sensini, Alessandra (1970–)
Sensini, Alessandra (1970–)
Italian windsurfer. Born Jan 26, 1970, in Grosseto, Italy; attended Instituto Tecnico Commerciale in Grosseto.
Won a bronze medal for board (Mistral) at Atlanta Olympics (1996) and Athens Olympics (2004); won World championship for Mistral (1989, 2000, 2004), and funboard (1990); won European championship for Mistral (1997, 2000); won a gold medal for board (Mistral) at Sydney Olympics (2000). Named Italian Sailor of the Year (2000).
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