Mateusz Bieniek

Polish volleyball player, 2018 World Champion

Mateusz Bieniek - Polish volleyball player, 2018 World Champion
Born

April 5th, 1994
31 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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