About Leo Peelen
Lived 1968 – 2017 (aged 48). Leo Peelen was a Dutch sport cyclist and track cyclist.
Leopoldus Eduardus Theoduris "Leo" Peelen (16 July 1968 – 24 March 2017) was a Dutch track cyclist. He won the silver medal at the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul in the points race. He was one of the 66 riders who participated in the first Alpe d'HuZes when he climbed the Alpe d'Huez six times on 6 June 2006. They fundraised €400,000 for the Dutch Cancer Society during that event.
On 24 March 2017, Peelen died unexpectedly at the age of 48.
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Who was Leo Peelen?
Dutch racing cyclist (1968-2017)
When was Leo Peelen born?
Leo Peelen was born on 16 July 1968 in Arnhem.
When did Leo Peelen die?
Leo Peelen died on 24 March 2017 in Apeldoorn.
What was Leo Peelen's occupation?
Leo Peelen was a sport cyclist and track cyclist.
What nationality was Leo Peelen?
Leo Peelen was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Leo Peelen. https://biography.guide/leo-peelen/
MLA: "Leo Peelen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/leo-peelen/.
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