Boy van Poppel

Cyclist, 2013 Dutch National Road Race Champion

Boy van Poppel - Cyclist, 2013 Dutch National Road Race Champion
Born

January 18th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A professional cyclist from the Netherlands, achieved significant recognition in the competitive cycling community. Competed primarily as a sprinter in road cycling events. Claimed the title of Dutch National Road Race Champion in 2013, showcasing exceptional talent and skill on the cycling circuit. Participated in multiple prestigious races, contributing to team successes alongside peers in various European cycling competitions.

Won the Dutch National Road Race Championship in 2013

Rode for teams such as Team Jumbo-Visma and Torku Şekerspor

Competed in several editions of the Vuelta a España

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