Mateusz Bieniek
Polish volleyball player, 2018 World Champion
Born
April 5th, 1994
30 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Poland
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A professional volleyball player played for the Polish national team. Helped secure a gold medal at the 2018 FIVB Volleyball Men's World Championship. Competed at various club levels, including notable stints in the Polish PlusLiga.
Won gold at the 2018 FIVB Volleyball Men's World Championship
Played for clubs in the Polish PlusLiga
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