Jeen van den Berg

Dutch speed skater and Olympian

Jeen van den Berg - Dutch speed skater and Olympian
Born

1928
97 years ago

Died

October 8th, 2014
11 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A renowned speed skater from the Netherlands, Van den Berg competed at international levels and represented the country in several championships. Achievements included participation in the Winter Olympics and World Championships, earning medals for excellence in the sport. The athlete specialized in long-distance events and contributed to the development of speed skating in the Netherlands. Van den Berg's competitive career spanned several years, showcasing remarkable skill and endurance on the ice.

Competed in the 1968 Winter Olympics

Achieved multiple medals at World Championships

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