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Mark Veens

b. 1978

Dutch swimmer

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About Mark Veens

Born 1978. Mark Veens is a Dutch swimmer.

Mark Hermanus Maria Veens (born 26 June 1978 in Venray, Limburg) is a freestyle swimmer from the Netherlands, who competed for his native country at three consequentive Summer Olympics, starting in 1996 in Atlanta, Georgia as a member of the 4×100 m freestyle (fifth place).

Veens' finest hour came at the 1998 European Short Course Swimming Championships in Sheffield, where he ended up in second place in the 50 m freestyle. Half a year later, at the 1997 FINA World Swimming Championships (25 m) in Hong Kong, he won the bronze medal in the 50 m freestyle.

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Mark Hermanus Maria Veens

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Mark Veens?

Dutch swimmer

When was Mark Veens born?

Mark Veens was born on 26 June 1978 in Venray.

What is Mark Veens's occupation?

Mark Veens is a swimmer.

What nationality is Mark Veens?

Mark Veens is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mark Veens

· Wikidata: Q1396042

· DBpedia: Mark Veens

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