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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