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About Ryk Neethling
Ryk Neethling, a South African businessman and swimmer, competed in four Olympic competitions. He was one of the fastest freestyle swimmers in the world, a three-time World Champion and four-time Olympic swimming champion.
Early Years
His swimming prowess at Grey College helped him gain a spot on the South African swimming team for the 1996 Olympics, where he finished sixth in the 1500 m freestyle. He attended Arizona University where he swam and won several awards.
Career
His career continued at the 1998 Commonwealth Games, when he took home the silver medal in the 1500 m freestyle. He ultimately earned a gold medal at the 2004 Olympics.
After the Beijing Summer Olympics in 2008, he became the first South African to compete in four straight Olympics.
He has been associated with the luxury real estate development Val de Vie Estate in Paarl, South Africa, in different capacities.
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F.A.Q. about Ryk Neethling
When is his birthday?
Ryk Neethling's birthday is on November 17, 1977.
In how many days is his birthday?
Ryk Neethling's birthday is in 205 days
How old is he?
He is 46 years old.
Where is Ryk Neethling from?
He was born in Bloemfontein.