Carlijn Achtereekte
Athlete
overview
- Bib number
- 12
- Date of Birth
- January 29, 1990 (34 yr.)
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Residence
- Heerenveen
- Length
- 1.74 m
- Teammember since
- 2017
- Contract to
- 2023
About Carlijn Achtereekte
Achtereekte is a top athlete at heart. The Dutchwoman started her career on the speed skating track and developed into a successful long-track speed skater. She won gold in the 3,000 metres at the 2018 Olympics.
Achtereekte switched from skating to cycling in 2022 and joined Team Visma | Lease a Bike. In June's Tour de Suisse, Achtereekte made her professional cycling debut. She also participated in the La Ceratizit Challenge by La Vuelta and the Tour of Scandinavia.
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Victories in 2024
News about Carlijn
Results and development key for Team Jumbo-Visma Women in 2023
Achtereekte extends contract with Team Jumbo-Visma Women
Strong performance by Achtereekte in final Vuelta stage
Instructive week for Achtereekte and Team Jumbo-Visma Women in Switzerland
