About Laurens Meintjes
Lived 1868 – 1941 (aged 72). Laurens Meintjes was a South African sport cyclist.
Laurens Meintjes (9 June 1868 – 30 March 1941) was a South African track cyclist and winner of the inaugural stayers contest at the 1893 ICA Track Cycling World Championships in Chicago. This victory made him the first African to win a world championship. Meintjes was born in Aberdeen and died in Potgietersrust.
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Who was Laurens Meintjes?
South African racing cyclist (1868–1941)
When was Laurens Meintjes born?
Laurens Meintjes was born on 9 June 1868 in Aberdeen.
When did Laurens Meintjes die?
Laurens Meintjes died on 30 March 1941 in Mokopane.
What was Laurens Meintjes's occupation?
Laurens Meintjes was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Laurens Meintjes?
Laurens Meintjes was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Laurens Meintjes. https://biography.guide/laurens-meintjes/
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