Peterson, Amy (1971–)

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Peterson, Amy (1971–)

American short-track speedskater. Born Nov 29, 1971, in Maplewood, MN.

The 9-time US short-track champion (1993–96, 1998–2000, 2002), won a silver medal in the 3,000-meter relay at Albertville Olympics (1992); won bronze medals for the 500 meters and the 3,000-meter relay at Lillehammer Olympics (1994).

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