The 1991

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were held in Paris, France. The men's competition consisted of eight

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(single paddle, open boat) and nine

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events. Five events were held for the women, all in kayak. This was the first championship with a unified German team for the first time since

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following separate

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and

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teams that competed from

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. This was the 24th

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in canoe sprint.

Medal summary

Men's

Canoe

Kayak

Women's

Kayak

Medals table

References

ICF medalists for Olympic and World Championships - Part 1: flatwater (now sprint): 1936-2007.ICF medalists for Olympic and World Championships - Part 2: rest of flatwater (now sprint) and remaining canoeing disciplines: 1936-2007.
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