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Gymnastics Biography

Epke Zonderland

“Epke Z”

Dutch · Buitenpost, Netherlands · Born 1 January 1986

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The High Bar King — world record-setting routine and the finest high bar performer of his era.

Epke Zonderland was born in Buitenpost, Netherlands in 1986. He is the world's finest high bar specialist — nicknamed the High Bar King. He performed a routine containing the most release moves of any gymnast in history — his combination of triple doubles and impossible releases attracted the highest difficulty score in the world. He won three World Championship titles on the high bar. He suffered multiple serious injuries throughout his career — including a torn ACL and shoulder problems — and returned each time. He competed until 34. He is Netherlands' most celebrated gymnast in Olympic history.

Best Known For

World Champion High Bar 3x

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • World Champion High Bar 3x
  • European Champion High Bar multiple
  • High Bar world record routine
Career Journey

Timeline

1986 👶 Born in Buitenpost, Netherlands
2021 🏁 Retired from professional sport
🏆 World Champion High Bar 3x
🏆 European Champion High Bar multiple
🏆 High Bar world record routine
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

3 common questions about Epke Zonderland

Epke Zonderland was born in 1986 in Buitenpost.

Epke Zonderland is Dutch.

Epke Zonderland played as a Gymnast.

Career Timeline — Epke Zonderland
1986
Born in Buitenpost, Netherlands
2021
Retired from professional sport
World Champion High Bar 3x
European Champion High Bar multiple
High Bar world record routine