Ognjen Ilić

Serbian cyclist and national champion

Ognjen Ilić - Serbian cyclist and national champion
Born

November 21st, 1998
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Serbia

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Born in Serbia in 1998, a cyclist specialized in road racing. Achieved notable success in national competitions, representing the country in various European events. Displayed remarkable skills in both individual time trials and road races. Demonstrated consistency and competitiveness throughout the racing seasons, contributing to the growth of cycling in Serbia.

Won the Serbian National Road Race Championship

Participated in European Road Cycling Championships

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