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(Figure Skater) Ulrich Salchow was a renowned figure skater of the early 20th century, known for his dominance in the sport. He achieved remarkable success by winning the World Figure Skating Championships ten times and the European Championships nine times. Additionally, he claimed victory in the figure skating event at the 1908 Summer Olympics. Salchow's legacy includes inventing the famous Salchow jump, a significant contribution to the sport. Even after retiring from competitive skating, he continued to be involved in the skating community, eventually serving as the president of the International Skating Union.
