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Alain Bernard ( French pronunciation: [alɛ̃ bɛʁnaʁ]; born 1 May 1983) is a former French swimmer from Aubagne, Bouches-du-Rhône . Bernard won a total of four medals (two golds, one silver, and one bronze) at two Olympic Games (2008 and 2012). He also won numerous medals at the World Championships (short course and long course) and ...
Alain Bernard first came to prominence at the 2008 European Championships in Eindhoven. Not only did the Frenchman win three gold medals (50 and 100 metres, 4x100 relay - all freestyle), he also bettered the world record in both individual events, even twice for the blue ribbon event, the 100 metres. This performance made him a favorite for the ...
Interview with Alain Bernard: Diving into His Life and Projects. 13.1.2024. Delving into the depths of Alain Bernard's experiences, we uncover the story of a man shaped by his passion for swimming. His exceptional journey, from humble beginnings in Aubagne to Olympic peaks, bears witness to unwavering determination.
Alain Bernard est un nageur français, né le 1er mai 1983 à Aubagne. Licencié au Cercle des nageurs d'Antibes, entraîné par Denis Auguin, sa carrière internationale au plus haut niveau s'étend de 2005 à 2012.
Alain ushered in the shiny suit era by becoming the first swimmer to break the 47 second barrier in the 100m freestyle, breaking Sullivan’s record with a time of 46.94 seconds.
Alain Bernard first came to prominence at the 2008 European Championships in Eindhoven. Not only did the Frenchman win three gold medals (50 and 100 metres, 4x100 relay - all freestyle), he also bettered the world record in both individual events, even twice for the blue ribbon event, the 100 metres.
In the final, however, it was Alain Bernard who won the gold medal, and with his victory, he became France’s first male Olympic gold medalist since Jean Boiteaux, who won the 400m freestyle at the 1952 Helsinki Olympic Games.
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Men's 100m Freestyle Final - Swimming | Beijing 2008 Replays. After an exciting battle of giants, Alain Bernard takes the lead and touches the wall a couple of inches ahead of the world record holder, ...
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