Dutch Sportsman Of The Year
The Dutch Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year are chosen annually by Dutch athletes from a shortlist compiled by sports journalists. The elections are organized by the Dutch Olympic Committee. All the winners receive a Jaap Eden Award to remember their title.
Read more about Dutch Sportsman Of The Year: Sporter of The Year (1951–1958), Sportsman & Sportswoman of The Year (from 1959), Disabled Sportsman or Sportswoman of The Year (from 2002)
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