Erdmann, Susi-Lisa (1968–)

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Erdmann, Susi-Lisa (1968–)

German bobsledder and luge athlete. Name variations: Susi Erdmann. Born Jan 29, 1968, in Blankenburg/Harz, Germany.

Won a bronze medal at Albertville Olympics (1992) and a silver medal at Lillehammer Olympics (1994), both for luge singles; placed 4th at Nagano Olympics for luge (1998); with Nicole Herschmann, won a bronze medal for the two-man bobsleigh at Salt Lake City Olympics (2002), the 1st women's bobsleigh competition in Winter Games history; won World championship (1989, 1991, 1997).

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