Jaap Eden
Jacobus Johannes "Jaap" Eden (October 19, 1873, Groningen – February 2, 1925) was a Dutch athlete. He is the only male athlete to win world championships in both speed skating and bicycle racing, two Dutch women have done so (Sheila Young and Christa Rothenburger).
Read more about Jaap Eden: Early Life, Skating Successes, Jaap Eden Award
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—Anthony, Sir Eden (1897–1977)
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