Marianne Vos

Cyclist and Olympic gold medalist

Marianne Vos - Cyclist and Olympic gold medalist
Born

May 13th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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Born in the Netherlands, a professional cyclist distinguished in road racing and cyclo-cross. Achieved significant success over a career marked by multiple world championships and Olympic victories. First earned Olympic gold at the 2012 London Games in women's road race. Competed in various prestigious races, securing numerous national and international titles.

Won gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics

Claimed multiple UCI Road World Championships

Achieved victories in cyclo-cross events

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