Femke Bol: Dutch Track and Field Star

Early Life and Career

Femke Bol (pronounced ˈfɛmkə bɔl) was born on February 23, 2000, in Amersfoort, Netherlands. She began her track and field career at a young age, showing promise in both hurdling and sprinting.

Paris 2024 Olympics

Mixed 4x400m Relay Gold

In 2024, Bol played a pivotal role in the Netherlands' triumph at the Paris Olympics. Despite a challenging final leg, she pushed her team to gold in the mixed 4x400m relay.

Individual 400m Hurdles Bronze

Six days after her heroic performance in the relay, Bol competed in her signature event, the 400m hurdles. She showcased her resilience and determination, securing a bronze medal.

Other Notable Achievements

Olympic Mixed Relay Gold (2021)

Bol anchored the Netherlands to a stunning gold medal in the mixed 4x400m relay at the Tokyo Olympics.

4x400m Mixed Relay Disappointment

Despite Bol's heroics, the Netherlands team suffered a setback in the mixed 4x400m relay final at the World Athletics Championships.