Nouria Newman
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About
French kayaker and slalom canoeist known for kayaking the "The Grand Canyon of Asia," and for being the first French paddler and female to paddle the Pucuno Falls in Ecuador in 2021. She is also known for competing in kayaking and canoe events at the international level from 2007 to 2015, and for solo kayaking an expedition sponsored by Red Bull in 2018.
Before Fame
She first began kayaking and canoeing when she was four years old. She won two medals at the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships. She won a gold in 2014 and a silver in 2013.
Trivia
Her life and accomplishments are the focus of the 2022 Red Bull film Wild Waters. She has a master's degree in journalism. She has been voted Female Rider of the Year for a record five consecutive years by Astral Designs.
Family Life
She was born and raised in Chambéry, France.
Associated With
She is a gifted female kayaker just like Birgit Fischer.
