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Samuel Hernanz

b. 1986

Spanish kayaker

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About Samuel Hernanz

Born 1986. Samuel Hernanz is a Spanish canoeist.

Samuel Hernanz Obrador (; born 15 April 1986) is a French-born Spanish slalom canoeist who has competed at the international level since 2004 He represented France in his first international season.

Hernanz won a gold medal in the K1 team event at the 2019 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships in La Seu d'Urgell. He also won one silver and two bronzes at the European Championships.

At the 2012 Summer Olympics he competed in the K1 event where he finished in 5th place.

His father Richard represented France in canoe slalom.

World Cup individual podiums SeasonDateVenuePositionEvent 2011 2 Jul 2011 L'Argentière-la-Bessée 2nd K1 2013 6 Jul 2013 La Seu d'Urgell 3rd K1 2014 2 Aug 2014 La Seu d'Urgell 1st K1 2015 8 Aug 2015 La Seu d'Urgell 2nd K1 2016 18 Jun 2016 Pau 1st K1

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Important facts

Born
15 April 1986, Tarbes
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Canoeist
Nationality
Spain
Also known as
Samuel Hernanz Obrador

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Samuel Hernanz?

Spanish kayaker

When was Samuel Hernanz born?

Samuel Hernanz was born on 15 April 1986 in Tarbes.

What is Samuel Hernanz's occupation?

Samuel Hernanz is a canoeist.

What nationality is Samuel Hernanz?

Samuel Hernanz is Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Samuel Hernanz

· Wikidata: Q6169032

· DBpedia: Samuel Hernanz

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