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202452 minGdocumentary

Olympics Sports Technology

Marlene

202452 minGdocumentary

A tightly scheduled training plan and medical studies leave Marlene Jahl with hardly any private time as she prepares for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Olympics Sports Technology

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Daniel Kalkhofer

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A tightly scheduled training plan and medical studies leave Marlene Jahl with hardly any private time as she prepares for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

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Marlene Jahl trains rigorously for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, balancing her demanding schedule as a Taekwondo fighter with her studies in medicine. With several important medals already to her name, she faces the challenges of elite competition while managing the pressures of academic life. The 52-minute documentary captures her dedication and the sacrifices she makes in pursuit of Olympic success.

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