About Wim de Graaff
Lived 1931 – 2021 (aged 89). Wim de Graaff was a Dutch speed skater.
Willem "Wim" de Graaff (25 August 1931 – 12 January 2021) was a Dutch speed skater who competed in the 1956 Winter Olympics and in the 1960 Winter Olympics. He was born and died in Rotterdam.
In 1956 he finished fourth in the 5000 metres event, eleventh in the 1500 metres competition, 18th in the 10000 metres contest, and 43rd in the 500 metres event.
Four years later he finished 15th in the 1500 metres competition and 28th in the 500 metres contest at the 1960 Games.
He later became a famous skate coach and owner of a sportshop in Maassluis.
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Who was Wim de Graaff?
Dutch speed skater
When was Wim de Graaff born?
Wim de Graaff was born on 25 August 1931 in Rotterdam.
When did Wim de Graaff die?
Wim de Graaff died on 12 January 2021 in Rotterdam.
What was Wim de Graaff's occupation?
Wim de Graaff was a speed skater.
What nationality was Wim de Graaff?
Wim de Graaff was Dutch.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Wim de Graaff. https://biography.guide/wim-de-graaff/
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