Mads Mensah Larsen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mads Mensah Larsen |
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| Born | 12 August 1991 Holbæk, Denmark |
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| Nationality | Danish | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Playing position | Centre back | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Current club | SG Flensburg-Handewitt | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Number | 22 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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AG København | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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2010–2011
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→ Nordsjælland Håndbold (loan) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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2012–2014
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Aalborg Håndbold | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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2014–2020
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Rhein-Neckar Löwen | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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2020–
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SG Flensburg-Handewitt | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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2011–
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Denmark | 201 | (323) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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| 1 National team caps and goals correct as of 29. January 2024 |
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Mads Mensah Larsen is a talented Danish handball player. He was born on August 12, 1991, in Holbæk, Denmark. Mads plays as a centre back for SG Flensburg-Handewitt. He also represents the Danish national team.
Mads has played for several top clubs during his career. He started in Denmark before moving to Germany. He is known for his strong play and leadership on the court.
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Mads Mensah Larsen's Handball Journey
Mads Mensah Larsen began his handball career in Denmark. He quickly became a key player for his teams. His skills helped him move to bigger clubs.
Early Career in Denmark
Mads started playing for AG København. He also spent some time on loan at Nordsjælland Håndbold. Later, he joined Aalborg Håndbold. With Aalborg, he helped his team win the Danish Championship in 2012 and 2013. These wins showed his growing talent.
Playing in Germany
In 2014, Mads moved to Germany. He joined Rhein-Neckar Löwen, a well-known club. He played there for six years, until 2020. During his time with Rhein-Neckar Löwen, he won the German Championship twice. These victories came in 2016 and 2017. He also helped the team get a silver medal in 2015.
Since 2020, Mads has been playing for SG Flensburg-Handewitt. This is another strong team in Germany. He continues to be an important player for them.
Playing for Denmark
Mads Mensah Larsen has been a big part of the Danish national team since 2011. He has played in many major tournaments. His hard work has helped Denmark win many medals.
Olympic Games Success
Mads has won two Olympic medals with Denmark. He earned a gold medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. This was a huge achievement for the team. He also won a silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
World Championship Medals
Denmark has been very successful in the World Championship with Mads. They won gold medals three times in a row:
- 2019 (held in Germany/Denmark)
- 2021 (in Egypt)
- 2023 (in Poland/Sweden)
He also helped the team win a silver medal in 2013.
European Championship Achievements
Mads has also won medals at the European Championship. He has two silver medals from 2014 and 2024. In 2022, the team won a bronze medal.
Junior World Championship
Even as a younger player, Mads showed great promise. He won a silver medal at the 2011 Junior World Championship in Greece.
See also
In Spanish: Mads Mensah Larsen para niños
