Mien Schopman-Klaver facts for kids
Wilhelmina Hendrika "Mien" Schopman-Klaver was a Dutch athlete. She was born on February 26, 1911, in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Mien lived a very long life, passing away on July 10, 2018, in Leiden, Netherlands.
She was chosen as a reserve athlete for the 4 × 100 metres relay team at the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
Who Was Mien Schopman-Klaver?
Mien Schopman-Klaver was a talented athlete from the Netherlands. She was known for her speed as a sprinter. Sprinters are athletes who run very fast over short distances.
Her Olympic Journey
In 1932, Mien was selected for the Dutch Olympic team. She was a reserve for the women's 4 × 100 metres relay race. Being a "reserve" means she was ready to step in and compete if one of the main runners couldn't participate. This was a big honor for any athlete. The Olympic Games are a huge international sports event. Athletes from all over the world compete there.
A Very Long Life
Mien Schopman-Klaver lived for more than a century! In 2011, she became a centenarian. A centenarian is a person who lives to be 100 years old or older. This is quite rare and special.
She continued to live a long life. Mien celebrated her 106th birthday in 2017. She passed away the following year, having lived a remarkable 107 years.
