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Fanny Smets

Born
Apr 21, 1986age 40
height
5'8" (or 172 cm)
body type
Athletic
nationality
Belgian

Career

Active 2006 – present

Biography

About Fanny Smets

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Fanny Smets is a Belgian pole vaulter who first made her mark on the global stage at the 2017 World Championships in Athletics, where she competed in the women's pole vault. Born on a Monday in April 1986, she grew up in Cologne, Germany. She has been active in the sport since 2006, meaning she has spent two decades honing her craft. Over that time, she has developed an athletic build, standing 5'8" tall and weighing 134 lbs, with brown hair and green eyes. Her journey from a young athlete in Germany to a competitor on the world stage reflects her dedication to her sport. Now 40 years old, she continues to be a presence in the athletics community. Her career is a long and steady one, marked by a clear focus on pole vaulting.

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Years Active
2006-present (started around 20 years old; 20 years active)
Birthplace
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Ethnicity
Caucasian

Body

Hair Color
Brown
Eye Color
Green
Weight
134 lbs (or 61 kg)

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How did Fanny Smets represent two countries in her background?

Fanny Smets was born in Cologne, Germany, but holds Belgian nationality, and she competes as a Belgian athlete.

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