Johanna Kou
badminton player
Johanna Kou (born 31 July 1975) is a New Caledonian badminton player. In 2009, she won the women's singles event at the Tahiti International tournament. She competed in four Pacific Games with the acquired of six gold, 4 silver and 2 bronze medals.
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