Hans Van Alphen
Belgian decathlete Olympic competitor
Born
January 12th, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Belgium
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Born in Belgium, a decathlete specialized in track and field events, participated in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Achieved significant results in decathlon competitions and represented Belgium in various European Championships. Competed at high levels and obtained qualifications for the World Championships, showcasing elite athletic skills across multiple disciplines.
Competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympics
Achieved a personal best of 8,300 points in decathlon
Won the gold medal at the 2010 European Championships in Athletics
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