Remona Fransen
Dutch pentathlete and Olympian
Born
November 25th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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Competed in the modern pentathlon, participating in the 2012 London Olympics. Achieved multiple national titles and represented the Netherlands in various international competitions. Started athletic career in fencing and transitioned into modern pentathlon, incorporating swimming, riding, and running.
Competed in the 2012 London Olympics
Won national titles in modern pentathlon
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