Ulmer, Sarah (1976–)
Ulmer, Sarah (1976–)
New Zealand cyclist. Born Mar 14, 1976, in Auckland, NZ; dau. of Gary Ulmer; Auckland University, Bachelor of Sports Science.
Won a gold medal and set a world record in the 3,000-meter indiv. pursuit at World championships (2004); won World Cup overall for indiv. pursuit (2003, 2004); won gold medal at Athens Olympics for 3,000-meter individual pursuit (2004), beating her own world record at 3:24.537. Won the Lonsdale Cup (2002); named New Zealand's Sportswoman of the Year (1994).
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