Susanne Ljungskog

Swedish professional road cyclist

Susanne Ljungskog - Swedish professional road cyclist
Born

March 16th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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Participated in the women's road cycling discipline, achieving significant success in the early 2000s. Competed in multiple UCI Road World Championships and won the world title in 2003 and 2006. Excelled in various one-day races and stage races throughout her career, becoming a prominent figure in cycling during her active years.

Won UCI Road World Championships in 2003 and 2006

Claimed numerous national championships in Sweden

Achieved a silver medal at the 2008 Olympics

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