Reno Olsen

Reno Bent Olsen (born 19 February 1947) is a retired Danish cyclist. Competing in the track team pursuit he won a gold medal at the 1968 Summer Olympics and the national title in 1966–68 and 1971–73.[1][2] As a road racer he held the individual Danish title in 1972 and 1973 and competed professionally in 1974–75 and 1981–84, but without much success.[3]

Reno Olsen
Olsen at the 1968 Olympics
Personal information
Born (1947-02-19) 19 February 1947
Roskilde, Denmark
Height173 cm (5 ft 8 in)
Weight70 kg (154 lb)
Amateur team
1966–1973DBC Copenhagen, Roskilde Cykle Ring
Medal record
Representing  DEN
Olympic Games
Gold medal – first place 1968 Mexico City Team pursuit

References
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  1. "Reno Olsen". www.sports-reference.com. Archived from the original on 18 April 2020.
  2. Nauright, J.; Parrish, C. (2012). Sports Around the World: History, Culture, and Practice. Sports around the world : history, culture, and practice / John Nauright, Charles Parrish, editors. ABC-CLIO. p. 83. ISBN 978-1-59884-300-2. Retrieved 10 May 2023.
  3. "Reno Bent Olsen". cycling archives. Retrieved 26 August 2012.
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