Niklaus Schurtenberger

Niklaus Schurtenberger (born 7 February 1968) is a Swiss equestrian who competes in the sport of show jumping. He won the bronze medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics in team jumping following the disqualification of Norwegian rider Tony André Hansen.[1]

Niklaus Schurtenberger
Personal information
Full nameNiklaus Schurtenberger
Nationality  Switzerland
DisciplineShow jumping
Born (1968-02-07) 7 February 1968
Lyss, Switzerland
Height5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
Weight143 lb (65 kg; 10 st 3 lb)
Medal record
Representing   Switzerland
Equestrian
Olympic Games
Bronze medal – third place2008 Beijing Team jumping

References
  1. "Norwegian stripped of Olympic equestrian bronze". USA Today. Associated Press. 2008-12-22. Retrieved 2008-12-23.


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