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Leendert van der Meulen

1937 – 2015

Dutch cyclist

Sport cyclist Track cyclist
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About Leendert van der Meulen

Lived 1937 – 2015 (aged 77). Leendert van der Meulen was a Dutch sport cyclist and track cyclist.

Leendert "Leen" van der Meulen (22 November 1937 – 2 September 2015) was a cyclist from the Netherlands. After winning the 1961 UCI Motor-paced World Championships in the amateurs category he turned professional and finished in second place at the national championships in 1962.

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Important facts

Born
22 November 1937, Badhoevedorp
Birth century
20th century
Died
2 September 2015, Voorhout
Occupation
Sport cyclist, track cyclist
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Also known as
Leen van der Meulen

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Leendert van der Meulen?

Dutch cyclist (1937-2015)

When was Leendert van der Meulen born?

Leendert van der Meulen was born on 22 November 1937 in Badhoevedorp.

When did Leendert van der Meulen die?

Leendert van der Meulen died on 2 September 2015 in Voorhout.

What was Leendert van der Meulen's occupation?

Leendert van der Meulen was a sport cyclist and track cyclist.

What nationality was Leendert van der Meulen?

Leendert van der Meulen was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Leendert van der Meulen

· Wikidata: Q724393

· DBpedia: Leendert van der Meulen

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