Gerrit Wolsinks biography, net worth, fact, career, awards and life story

Posted by Patria Henriques on Monday, May 27, 2024
IntroDutch motocross rider
IsDentist 
Motocross rider 
FromNetherlands 
TypeHealthcare 
Sports 
Gendermale
Birth1 January 1947, Hengelo, Bronckhorst, Gelderland, Netherlands
Age:73 years

Gerrit Wolsink (born 1947 in Hengelo, Gelderland) is a Dutch former professional Grand Prix motocross racer who competed in motocross Grand Prix world championships in the 1970s. He is best remembered for being a five-time winner of the 500cc United States Grand Prix of motocross.

A dentist by training, Gerrit Wolsink chose a career in motorcycle racing. He began competing on the Grand Prix motocross circuit on a Maico motorcycle as a privateer. In 1974 he was offered a spot on the Suzuki factory racing team as Roger De Coster’s teammate. He finished third in the 500cc world championship in 1975 and 1977 and second in 1976 and 1979.

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