Olivera Moldovan (Serbian Cyrillic: Оливера Молдован; born 1 October 1989) is a Serbian sprint canoeist who has competed internationally since the late 2000s. She is primarily known for her achievements in kayak sprint events, particularly in K-1 and K-2 categories, often competing alongside her sister, Nikolina Moldovan.
Career
Moldovan began her international career representing Serbia in various age-group competitions before moving into the senior ranks. She has since been a prominent figure in Serbian sprint canoeing, participating in numerous international events, including the Olympic Games, World Championships, and European Championships.Olympic Games
- 2012 London Olympics: Moldovan made her Olympic debut at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. She competed in the K-2 500 metres event with her sister Nikolina Moldovan, finishing in 8th place in the final.
- 2016 Rio Olympics: She participated in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. She competed in two events:
- K-1 200 metres: She advanced to the B-final, where she finished 3rd, placing 11th overall.
- K-2 500 metres: Partnering again with Nikolina Moldovan, they finished 14th overall.
European Championships
Moldovan has achieved significant success at the European Championships, particularly in K-2 events with her sister Nikolina:- 2012 European Championships (Zagreb, Croatia): She won a silver medal in the K-2 500 metres and a bronze medal in the K-2 200 metres.
- 2015 European Championships (Račice, Czech Republic): She secured another silver medal in the K-2 200 metres.
World Championships
While not achieving individual medals at the World Championships, Moldovan has consistently represented the Serbian national team, often reaching A or B finals in major events.Personal Life
Olivera Moldovan is the older sister of fellow Serbian sprint canoeist Nikolina Moldovan. The sisters have frequently competed together in K-2 events, forming a strong partnership on the international circuit.References
- International Canoe Federation (ICF) Profile for Olivera Moldovan
- Olympics.com Profile for Olivera Moldovan
- Sports-Reference.com Profile for Olivera Moldovan (Archived link often used for historical Olympic results)
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