Eddy Verheijen (born 21 March 1946) is a Dutch former speed skater. He was a prominent figure in Dutch speed skating during the late 1960s and early 1970s, known for his allround abilities. He is also the father of Carl Verheijen, who followed in his footsteps as an Olympic speed skater.
Personal Information
- Born: 21 March 1946 (age 78)
- Nationality: Dutch
- Sport: Speed skating
- Club(s): (Specific club information is not widely available in general sources, but he represented the Netherlands)
- Events: Allround, particularly 1500m, 5000m, 10000m
Career Highlights
Eddy Verheijen's career saw him compete at the highest international levels, representing the Netherlands in multiple Olympic Games and major championships.
Olympic Games
- 1968 Winter Olympics (Grenoble, France):
- 1500m: 12th place
- 5000m: 11th place
- 10000m: 18th place
- 1972 Winter Olympics (Sapporo, Japan):
- 1500m: 19th place
- 5000m: 16th place
- 10000m: 13th place
European Allround Championships
Verheijen achieved his most significant international medal at the European Allround Championships:
- 1970 European Allround Championships (Inzell, West Germany):
- Bronze Medal (Overall Allround Classification)
World Allround Championships
He participated in several World Allround Championships, consistently placing among the top skaters:
- 1968 World Allround Championships: 6th place
- 1969 World Allround Championships: 9th place
- 1970 World Allround Championships: 5th place
- 1971 World Allround Championships: 12th place
Dutch Championships
Eddy Verheijen was a strong competitor domestically, securing national titles:
- 1968 Dutch Allround Champion
- 1969 Dutch Allround Champion
- 1970 Dutch Allround Champion
Family
Eddy Verheijen is the father of Carl Verheijen (born 1975), who also became a highly successful speed skater. Carl is a multiple Olympic medalist and World Champion, continuing the family legacy in the sport.
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Categories
[[Category:Dutch male speed skaters]] [[Category:1946 births]] [[Category:Living people]] [[Category:Olympic speed skaters of the Netherlands]] [[Category:Competitors at the 1968 Winter Olympics]] [[Category:Competitors at the 1972 Winter Olympics]] [[Category:European Speed Skating Championships medalists]] [[Category:World Allround Speed Skating Championships competitors]] [[Category:Dutch Allround Speed Skating Champions]]