Victoria Pendleton

Cyclist and Olympic gold medalist

Victoria Pendleton - Cyclist and Olympic gold medalist
Born

September 24th, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Competed in track cycling, achieving significant success in multiple world championships and Olympic competitions. Won gold medals in the women's keirin and women's sprint events at the 2012 London Olympics. Held several world records and secured numerous titles during a prominent career in cycling, notably in sprint events. Retired from competitive cycling in 2012 after a distinguished career.

Won gold in women's keirin at 2012 Olympics

Won gold in women's sprint at 2012 Olympics

Secured multiple world championship titles

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