Desiree Vranken

Desiree Vranken (born 28 June 1997) is a Dutch wheelchair racer who competes in T34 classification sprint events.[1] Her most notable athletics achievement came at the 2012 Summer Paralympics in London where she finished in third place to claim the bronze medal in the 200 metre sprint.[2] Vranken has also represented her country at World and European Championships, recording four fourth places to keep her just outside the medal places.[2]

Desiree Vranken
Personal information
NationalityDutch
Born (1997-06-28) June 28, 1997
Roermond, Netherlands
Sport
CountryNetherlands
SportWheelchair racing
DisabilityCongenital
Disability classT34
ClubSwift Atletiek: Roermond
Coached byRalf Janssen

References

  1. "Vranken, Desiree". Paralympic.org. Retrieved 25 August 2016.
  2. Infostrada Sports. "Vranken, Desiree". International Paralympic Committee. Retrieved 7 December 2014.


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