“In swimming at my level it's about control of the small movements. A good ballet dancer floats across the stage, the best sprinters virtually abolish gravity. All motion occurs in the right direction.”
Quote by Alexander Dale Oen
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Alexander Dale Oen
Alexander Dale Oen was a renowned Norwegian swimmer born on May 21, 1985, and passed away on May 1, 2012. He was particularly skilled in the breaststroke event and achieved significant success in international swimming competitions. Oen won a gold medal in the breaststroke at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and secured multiple medals at World Championships. Tragically, he died at the age of 27 due to a heart attack, leaving a profound impact on the swimming community. more
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