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Michael David Edwards (born 5 December 1963), [1] better known as Eddie the Eagle, is an English ski jumper and Olympian who in 1988 became the first competitor to represent Great Britain in Olympic ski jumping, finishing last in the Normal Hill and Large Hill events.
Eddie Edwards, also known as Eddie the Eagle, was a British ski jumper who finished last at the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary. Learn about his humble beginnings, his improbable career and his life after the Games.
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The British ski jumper who made history as the first Briton to compete in ski jumping at an Olympic Winter Games in 1988 shares his story of ups and downs. From bankruptcy to law degree, from movie star to zipline ride, Edwards' life continues to be full of surprises.
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Eddie the Eagle was one of the stars of the 1988 Olympics in Calgary. His Olympic dream captured the imagination of the globe with his quest to be the first British ski jumper since 1928 to make the Games. He finished last in both the 70m and 90m events.
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Sep 9, 2021 · Eddie Edwards was the first British ski jumper to compete at the Olympics in 1988. He finished last in both events, but his courage and spirit inspired fans and earned him fame and a biographical film.
Feb 26, 2016 · T he story of Michael “Eddie the Eagle” Edwards is a classic underdog tale of an unlikely sporting hero succeeding against all the odds. It’s no wonder his extraordinary...
