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4 Things to Know: Karen Chen, Skating

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Karen Chen initially lived in Riverside. However, she moved to Fremont to focus on figure skating.

Dedicated Olympian Karen Chen, 18, moved to Riverside from Fremont to focus on training.

Four Things to Know

1. Opened her Olympic season by earning a bronze medal in the U.S. International Classic.

2. Has a brother who competes in ice dancing.

3. Has won national titles as an intermediate and novice skater.

4. Chen choreographers her own short program for the Olympic season.

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