Schenk, Franziska (1974–)
Schenk, Franziska (1974–)
German speedskater. Born Mar 13, 1974, in Erfurt, Germany.
Won a bronze medal for the 500 meters at Lillehammer Olympics (1994); placed 1st in the German distance championship and the German sprint championship (1995); placed 3rd in World sprint championship (1996); at World Cup, placed 2nd in 500 meters and 1st in 1,000 meters (1997); won the World sprint championships (1997); is also a fashion model and tv personality in Germany.
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