Bart Brentjens

Dutch Cyclist and Olympic Champion

Bart Brentjens - Dutch Cyclist and Olympic Champion
Born

October 10th, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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Competed in mountain biking and road cycling events. Participated in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta and secured the gold medal in the men's mountain bike cross-country event. Competed professionally in various international competitions, contributing to the popularity of mountain biking in the Netherlands and Europe. In addition to Olympic success, had a successful career in professional mountain biking circuits.

Won gold medal in men's mountain bike at 1996 Olympics

Achieved multiple national championships

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