Kraus, Alanna (1977–)

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Kraus, Alanna (1977–)

Canadian short-track speedskater. Born June 30, 1977, in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada.

At World Team championships, placed 1st in the 500 and 1,000 meters (2001); placed 3rd at World championships and 2nd at Goodwill Games (2000), both in relay; won a bronze medal for the 3,000-meter relay at Salt Lake City Olympics (2002) and a silver medal for the 3,000 meter relay at Torino Olympics (2006).

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