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Which athlete dominated the sport of kayaking in the mid-20th century, winning four world championships and six Olympic gold medals?

Which athlete dominated the sport of kayaking in the mid-20th century, winning four world championships and six Olympic gold medals? Correct Answer Gert Fredriksson

Gert Fredriksson dominated kayaking between 1948 and 1960, winning four world championships (1948, 1950, 1954, and 1958) in kayaking events and eight Olympic medals, including six gold.

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