About Bets ter Horst
Lived 1908 – 1997 (aged 89). Bets ter Horst was a Dutch sprinter, hurdler and high jumper.
Elisabeth 'Bets' ter Horst (2 February 1908 – 9 March 1997) was a Dutch sprinter who competed at the 1928 Summer Olympics.
Biography At the 1928 Olympic Games, she competed in the women's 100 metres competition.
ter Horst finished second behind Elsie Green in the 80 metres hurdles event at the 1933 WAAA Championships.
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Who was Bets ter Horst?
Dutch sprinter, hurdler and high jumper (1908-1997)
When was Bets ter Horst born?
Bets ter Horst was born on 2 February 1908 in Hengelo.
When did Bets ter Horst die?
Bets ter Horst died on 9 March 1997 in Hengelo.
What was Bets ter Horst's occupation?
Bets ter Horst was a sprinter, hurdler and high jumper.
What nationality was Bets ter Horst?
Bets ter Horst was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bets ter Horst. https://biography.guide/bets-ter-horst/
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