Arie Klaase
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Adrianus "Arie"•Klaase |
| Used name | Arie•Klaase |
| Born | 23 September 1903 in Heemstede, Noord-Holland (NED) |
| Died | 20 November 1983 (aged 80 years 1 month 27 days) in Heemstede, Noord-Holland (NED) |
| Affiliations | AV Haarlem, Haarlem (NED) |
| NOC |  Netherlands |
Biography
Dutch distance runner Arie Klaase won three national titles and set several records during the 1920s. In 1925 Klaase became the Dutch champion in the 10,000 metres and won his second title in the event two years later. In 1926 he was also crowned the national cross-country champion. He was selected to run in the 5,000 metres at the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics but did not progress from the heats. During his career Klaase set national records in the 3,000, 5,000, and 10,000 metres.
Personal Best: 5000 – 15:40.4 (1928).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 Summer Olympics | Athletics | NED |
Arie Klaase | |||
| 5,000 metres, Men (Olympic) | 6 h3 r1/2 |