About Sjef Hensgens
Lived 1948 – 2024 (aged 76). Sjef Hensgens was a Dutch athletics competitor.
Sjef Hensgens (27 January 1948 – 19 May 2024) was a Dutch middle-distance runner. He competed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in the 800 m event, but failed to reach the final, placing 4th in his heat with a time of 1:51,2.
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Who was Sjef Hensgens?
Dutch middle-distance runner (1948–2024)
When was Sjef Hensgens born?
Sjef Hensgens was born on 27 January 1948 in Wijlre.
When did Sjef Hensgens die?
Sjef Hensgens died on 19 May 2024.
What was Sjef Hensgens's occupation?
Sjef Hensgens was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Sjef Hensgens?
Sjef Hensgens was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sjef Hensgens. https://biography.guide/sjef-hensgens/
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