Cédric Van Branteghem

Belgian Sprinter with Olympic appearances

Cédric Van Branteghem - Belgian Sprinter with Olympic appearances
Born

March 13th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Belgium

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A Belgian sprinter specialized in the 400 meters and 4x400 meters relay events. Competed in international competitions, particularly in the European Championships and the Olympics. Achieved recognition for strong performances and contributed to relay teams representing Belgium. Participated in significant global sporting events during an athletic career that spanned from the late 1990s to the mid-2000s.

Competed in the 4x400 meters relay at the 2000 Sydney Olympics

Won a bronze medal in the 4x400 meters at the 2000 European Indoor Championships

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