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World Allround Skating is a classic speed skating event that combines races of various distances to determine the most well-rounded skater.

Skaters compete in four distances: 500m, 1500m, 5000m (men)/3000m (women), and 10,000m (men)/5000m (women).

World Allround Skating dates back to the late 19th century and has evolved into a prestigious competition.

Legendary skaters like Sven Kramer from the Netherlands and Martina Sáblíková from the Czech Republic have dominated the scene.

European Sprint Skating emphasizes explosive power and quick transitions, while long-distance focuses on endurance.

European Sprint Skating is a thrilling speed skating discipline that features shorter distances, intense competition, and high speeds.

European Sprint Skating includes two races each of 500m and 1000m for both men and women.

In 2013, Russian speed skater Olga Fatkulina set a world record in the women’s 500m at the European Sprint Championships.

Netherlands and Russia have consistently produced strong sprint skaters, contributing to their dominance.

South African swimmer Natalie du Toit competed in both the Olympics and Paralympics, winning medals in both events.