Rob Goris facts for kids
Goris in 2010.
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| Full name | Rob Goris | ||
| Born | 16 March 1982 Herentals, Belgium |
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| Died | 5 July 2012 (aged 30) Rouen, France |
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| Discipline | Road | ||
| Role | Rider | ||
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Rob Goris was a professional cyclist from Belgium. He was born on March 16, 1982, in Herentals, Belgium. Sadly, he passed away on July 5, 2012, in Rouen, France, at the age of 30.
Before he became a professional cyclist, Rob Goris was also a talented ice hockey player. He competed at a high level in that sport in Belgium. Later, he switched to cycling and became a professional road racing cyclist.
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Rob Goris's Sports Journey
Rob Goris had a unique path in sports. He started out playing ice hockey and was very good at it. He played at a national level, which means he was one of the best players in Belgium.
From Ice Hockey to Cycling
After his time in ice hockey, Rob decided to try professional cycling. This was a big change, but he quickly showed he had a lot of talent for it too. He joined a professional cycling team called Accent.jobs–Willems Veranda's.
Cycling Achievements
Rob Goris became known for his strength and skill in road cycling. Even though his professional cycling career was short, he achieved some important wins.
Major Wins and Titles
In 2010, Rob Goris had a very successful year. He won two big races:
- He became the
National Amateur Road Race Champion in Belgium. This meant he was the best amateur road cyclist in his country that year. - He also won the Antwerpse Havenpijl, which is another important cycling race.
These wins showed that he was a rising star in the world of cycling.
Remembering Rob Goris
Rob Goris was visiting the 2012 Tour de France when he sadly passed away. He was a respected athlete who showed great dedication to both ice hockey and cycling during his life.
