Fabien

Lefevre

Fabien took to the water in 1989 at age seven. At 21, he was double World K1 Champion. Olympic Bronze and Silver followed..

Right after the 2008 Olympics, he hit on an innovative challenge. He would race in different classes. His decision opened a new door for his sport. The idea caught on, other athletes doubled up. The K1 or C1 "doubler" was born.

Fabien set his sights on an historic Olympic treble in London 2012. His target with fellow doubler and C2 partner was 3 medals. The duo won World Championship C2 silver in 2010. The duo won C2 silver again in 2011, Fabien took K1 bronze, his partner won the 2011 World C1 title... It was an historic World Championship treble, London 2012 beckoned. The adventure ended, abruptly, at the French Olympic trials.
After the 2012 Olympic trials, Fabien opened a new chapter in his carreer. The man who made his name in K1 is now racing in individual canoe (C1) as well. His aim is nothing less than Olympic gold in Rio 2016. It is the one major slalom title that has so far eluded him. His new project is a fresh start, in more ways than one. After 10 years with Team France, he is moving on. He, his wife and two kids are settling in Washington DC. Henceforth, it’s a project and a dream he shares with USA Canoe/Kayak!

Role Model: Jesus Christ
Hobbies: Playing guitar, wine discussion, practicing sports with my son
In the Community: Try to spend time on the water with the kids from the club
Website: http://www.fabienlefevre.com/
Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fabien_Lefèvre