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Kilian Jornet: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Kilian Jornet? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Kilian Jornet
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Kílian Jornet Burgada (Catalan pronunciation: [̍ˈkiljən ʒuɾˈnɛt buɾˈɣaðə]; born 27 October 1987) is a Spanish professional long-distance trail runner and ski mountaineer. Jornet has won some of the most prestigious ultramarathons, including the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc multiple times, Grand Raid, Western States and Hardrock. Jornet holds the fastest known time speed record for the ascent and descent of the Matterhorn (Lion ridge) and the speed record for Mont Blanc on foot. In addition, he holds the 24-hour uphill skiing record: 23,864-meters (78,274 ft).

Quick facts about Kilian Jornet

  • Full name: Kilian Jornet
  • Born: 1987-10-27
  • Nationality: Spain
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q1381198

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Who is Kilian Jornet?

Kílian Jornet Burgada (Catalan pronunciation: [̍ˈkiljən ʒuɾˈnɛt buɾˈɣaðə]; born 27 October 1987) is a Spanish professional long-distance trail runner and ski mountaineer.

What nationality is Kilian Jornet?

Kilian Jornet is Spain.

When was Kilian Jornet born?

Kilian Jornet was born on 1987-10-27.

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