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Jaap Eden


 

Jacobus Johannes "Jaap" Eden (October 19, 1873February 2, 1925) was a Dutch athlete. As of 2004, he is the only person to have won world championship titles in both speed skating and cycling. His successes made him very popular with the public, and he may be considered the first sports hero in the Netherlands.

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October 19 - 1873 - February 2 - 1925 - Dutch - As of 2004 - Speed skating - Cycling

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Introduction
Early life
Skating successes
To do
Notes
References

 

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