Joëlle Numainville
Cyclist and Canadian national champion
Born
November 20th, 1987
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Competed in road cycling representing Canada. Participated in multiple professional cycling events, achieving significant results. Claimed the title of Canadian National Road Race Champion in both 2014 and 2017. Took part in international competitions including the UCI Road World Championships.
Won Canadian National Road Race Championship in 2014
Won Canadian National Road Race Championship in 2017
Competed at the UCI Road World Championships
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