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Olive Loughnane
Career
Active 1999 – present
Biography
About Olive Loughnane
Olive Loughnane is an Irish retired racewalker who won the 2009 world gold medal in the 20 km walk. She competed at four Olympic Games, a rare feat in her sport. Born on 14 January 1976 in County Cork, Ireland, she began her career in 1999 at around age 23. Over 27 years of active competition, she established herself as one of Ireland's most accomplished racewalkers. Standing 5'6" with blonde hair and blue eyes, she retired with a legacy of resilience. Her average build and natural athleticism suited the demands of racewalking. Today, at 50 years old, her achievements remain a benchmark for aspiring Irish athletes.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1999-present (started around 23 years old; 27 years active)
- Birthplace
- County Cork, Ireland
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 117 lbs (or 53 kg)
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
How many Olympic Games did Olive Loughnane compete in?
She competed in four Olympic Games throughout her career.
What is Olive Loughnane's most notable achievement?
She won the world gold medal in the 20 km walk in 2009, a highlight of her career.
How old was Olive Loughnane when she started her professional career?
She started her career in 1999 at around age 23, and was active for 27 years until her retirement.
Did you know
- Olive Loughnane's world championship gold in 2009 came after she had already competed in three Olympic Games.
- She was born in County Cork, Ireland, on 14 January 1976, and her career spanned from 1999 to the present.
- Despite being 50 years old now, she was active as a racewalker for 27 years.
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