Koen Verweij, born on August 26, 1990, in Alkmaar, Netherlands, is a former speed skater and inline skater.
He competed in the 2014 and 2018 Winter Olympics, winning one gold and one silver medal, along with two bronze medals.
Verweij held the Dutch national record for the 1500 meters from December 2017 until March 20191.
After retiring from competitive skating, he has engaged in fitness initiatives and collaborations, such as with Matchu Sports.
Siblings
Verweij has one sister named Dorien.
He has shared moments with her on social media, expressing affection and enjoyment in their time together.
Career
Verweij began his speed skating journey in his youth, showcasing talent in both speed skating and inline skating.
He transitioned to ice speed skating and quickly made a name for himself in junior competitions.
His success at the national level helped him secure a spot on the Dutch national team, where he won multiple titles at the Dutch Allround Championships, establishing himself as one of the top skaters in the country.
Verweij’s breakthrough moment came at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics, where he competed in multiple events.
He earned a gold medal in the team pursuit, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and strategy as part of the Dutch team that clinched victory.
Additionally, he won a silver medal in the 1500 meters, further solidifying his status as a top-tier athlete on the international stage.
He represented the Netherlands again at the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, competing in various events and contributing to the country’s strong showing in speed skating.
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Awards and accolades
Verweij has received numerous accolades throughout his speed skating career, establishing himself as one of the top athletes in the sport.
He won two Olympic medals at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics, where he earned a gold medal in the team pursuit and a silver medal in the 1500 meters, finishing just 0.003 seconds behind the gold medalist.
Additionally, he secured two bronze medals at the 2018 Winter Olympics, further solidifying his reputation on the international stage.
Verweij’s achievements extend beyond the Olympics to national and international championships.
He has claimed seven Dutch Allround titles and has also won two golds and three silvers in the Dutch Single Distances Championships.
His international success includes three gold medals at the World Allround Championships and one gold at the World Single Distances Championships.
Verweij also excelled at the junior level, winning eight gold medals in World Junior Championships.
In total, his impressive medal tally includes one gold and one silver from the Olympic Games, along with two bronze medals.
At the Dutch Single Distances Championships, he has earned two golds, three silvers, and three bronzes.
In the Dutch Allround Championships, he has claimed seven golds, five silvers, and eight bronzes.
His European Allround results feature two golds and five silvers, while he has also achieved three golds at the World Single Distances Championships, alongside five silvers and two bronzes.
In World Allround competitions, Verweij has won three golds and two bronzes.
Additionally, his World Cup performances have resulted in 14 gold medals, three silvers, and seven bronzes.
At the junior level, he has secured eight golds, three silvers, and four bronzes in World Junior events.
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