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Gerhard Plankensteiner

b. 1971

Italian luger

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About Gerhard Plankensteiner

Born 1971. Gerhard Plankensteiner is an Italian luger.

Gerhard Plankensteiner (born 8 April 1971 in Sterzing, South Tyrol) is an Italian former luger who competed from 1986 to 2010. Together with Oswald Haselrieder he won the bronze medal in the men's doubles event at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin.

Plankensteiner also won six medals at the FIL World Luge Championships with two golds (Men's doubles: 2009, Mixed team: 1989) and four bronzes (Men's doubles: 1996, Mixed team: 1991, 1996, 1997). At the FIL European Luge Championships, he won six medals with one silver (Men's doubles: 1996) and five bronzes (Men's doubles: 2002, 2008 (tied with Germany); Mixed team: 1996, 2000, 2008).

Plankensteiner's best overall Luge World Cup finish was second in men's doubles in 1996-97.

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Important facts

Born
8 April 1971, Sterzing
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Luger
Nationality
Italy
Awards
Knight of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Gerhard Plankensteiner?

Italian luger

When was Gerhard Plankensteiner born?

Gerhard Plankensteiner was born on 8 April 1971 in Sterzing.

What is Gerhard Plankensteiner's occupation?

Gerhard Plankensteiner is a luger.

What nationality is Gerhard Plankensteiner?

Gerhard Plankensteiner is Italian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gerhard Plankensteiner

· Wikidata: Q954516

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