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The skiing 'Von Trapp' family dominating the Paralympics

The skiing 'Von Trapp' family dominating the Paralympics

Summary

Veronika and Johannes Aigner are Austrian siblings who have won six medals in Para-alpine skiing at the Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina. The siblings, who play musical instruments, compare their family to the famous Von Trapp family from "The Sound of Music." They have been successful in previous Paralympics and continue to excel in their sport.

Key Facts

  • Veronika and Johannes Aigner are Austrian siblings who compete in Para-alpine skiing.
  • They won a total of six medals at the Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina.
  • The Aigner siblings have congenital cataracts, a condition affecting their vision.
  • Johannes has won five World Cup titles, known as Crystal Globes.
  • Veronika is a four-time world champion in giant slalom and slalom events.
  • Their family is known for organizing music performances at events.
  • Their success at past Paralympics included nine medals for the family in Beijing.
  • Barbara Aigner, their sibling, has retired from competitive skiing.

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