Pieter van den Hoogenband
Dutch Olympic swimmer with multiple medals
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Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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Achieved significant success in competitive swimming, focusing on freestyle events. Represented the Netherlands at the Summer Olympics, securing a total of three gold and two silver medals. Established world records in the 100m and 200m freestyle events during his career. Competed in several World Championships, earning multiple titles and accolades, further solidifying a place among the elite swimmers of his time.
Won three gold medals at the 2000 Sydney Olympics
Set world records in the 100m and 200m freestyle
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