Maarten van der Weijden

Dutch swimmer, Olympic gold medalist 2008

Maarten van der Weijden - Dutch swimmer, Olympic gold medalist 2008
Born

March 31st, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A prominent distance swimmer, specialized in the open water events. Achieved gold in the 10 km marathon swim at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Overcame leukemia, returning to competitive swimming and inspiring many with his story. Competed in various national and international events, including world championships, contributing to the sport's popularity in the Netherlands.

Won gold medal in 10 km marathon swim at 2008 Olympics

Set multiple Dutch records in marathon swimming

Swam a solo marathon relay for cancer research fundraising

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