About Fernand Grosjean
Lived 1924 – 2015 (aged 91). Fernand Grosjean was a Swiss alpine skier and ski jumper.
Fernand Grosjean (5 May 1924 – 19 August 2015) was a Swiss alpine skier who competed at the 1948 and at the 1952 Winter Olympics. In 1948 he finished eighth in the alpine skiing downhill competition and 16th in the combined event. Four years later he finished eleventh in the 1952 giant slalom competition. Grosjean won a silver medal in the giant slalom at the 1950 World Championships.
Grosjean's grandson is racing driver Romain Grosjean.
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Who was Fernand Grosjean?
Swiss alpine skier (1924-2015)
When was Fernand Grosjean born?
Fernand Grosjean was born on 5 May 1924 in Geneva.
When did Fernand Grosjean die?
Fernand Grosjean died on 19 August 2015.
What was Fernand Grosjean's occupation?
Fernand Grosjean was an alpine skier and ski jumper.
What nationality was Fernand Grosjean?
Fernand Grosjean was Swiss.
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