Dirk Meier

Dirk Meier (born 28 January 1964) is a retired East German cyclist. He had his best achievements in the 4000 m team pursuit, winning silver medals at the world championships of 1986 and 1987[1] and at the 1988 Summer Olympics.[2]

Dirk Meier
Dirk Meier in 2016
Personal information
Born (1964-01-28) 28 January 1964
Spremberg, Bezirk Cottbus, East Germany
Height1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)
Weight76 kg (168 lb)
Sport
SportCycling
ClubSC Cottbus
Medal record
Representing  East Germany
Olympic Games
Silver medal – second place1988 SeoulTeam pursuit
World championships
Silver medal – second place1986 Colorado SpringsTeam pursuit
Silver medal – second place1987 ViennaTeam pursuit

As a road racer, he won the Tour de Liège in 1987 and 1989, as well as the Niedersachsen Rundfahrt and Olympia's Tour in 1988.[1]

References

  1. Dirk Meier. cyclingarchives.com
  2. Dirk Meier. sports-reference.com


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