Annemiek van Vleuten is a celebrated Dutch professional road racing cyclist whose illustrious career has made her a prominent figure in women’s cycling. She began her professional journey with the DSB Bank–Nederland bloeit team in 2009, quickly establishing herself as a formidable competitor. Her first major victory came in 2010 at the Novilon Eurocup Ronde van Drenthe, followed by a win at La Route de France, showcasing her potential and determination.

In 2016, van Vleuten joined the Orica–AIS team, where she faced a significant challenge during the Olympic Games, suffering a severe crash while leading the road race. Demonstrating remarkable resilience, she returned to competition just a month later, winning the Belgium Tour. Her tenure with Orica–AIS was marked by numerous accolades, including her first world championship title in the time trial in 2017 and a stellar performance in 2018, where she won the Giro Rosa and defended her world title.

Transitioning to the Movistar Team in 2021, van Vleuten continued to excel, winning the silver medal in the Olympic road race and the gold in the time trial. Her 2022 season was historic, as she became the first woman to achieve the Giro–Tour double in the same year, further solidifying her status as one of the greatest cyclists in history.

In her final season in 2023, van Vleuten clinched her fourth Giro Donne and the inaugural La Vuelta Femenina, making her the first woman to win all three major women’s cycling races. Her career is a testament to her exceptional talent, perseverance, and dedication to the sport, inspiring future generations of cyclists.