The stated aim of the Dutch governement and sports administrators is to be one of the ten leading sports countries in the world. Which is ambitious for such a small country, to say the least. My prediction is they will fall short this time, but should still come 12th-13th in the medals table.
Sure bets for medals are in hockey, swimming, rowing, sailing, cycling and horseback silliness.
Unfortunately a medal in athletics isn't too likely, unless in the shot put with Rutger Smith. Other hopes include the male beach volleyball duo, the baseball team, and of course the soccer team which is the reigning double European Champion.
Sure bets for medals are in hockey, swimming, rowing, sailing, cycling and horseback silliness.
Unfortunately a medal in athletics isn't too likely, unless in the shot put with Rutger Smith. Other hopes include the male beach volleyball duo, the baseball team, and of course the soccer team which is the reigning double European Champion.