About
Best known for competing at the 2012 Summer Olympics, where he placed 34th in the Men's Laser class. He also competed in the 2016 Olympics in Rio and the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. He has been the Belgian Laser champion seven times since 2013. He broke a record in 2001 for being the first sixteen-year-old to reach the prestigious 'Gold Fleet' at the European Championship in Poland.
Before Fame
He began winning world titles in sailing at the age of 11.
Trivia
The world governing body for sailing (ISAF) ranked him 16th in the world. To stay fit for sailing, he cycles, runs, and attends training camps. His wannesvanlaer Instagram account features sailing photos and snapshots from training and practice sessions. He has amassed 2,000 followers on the platform.
Family Life
He was born in Ostend, Belgium.
Associated With
Gil Cohen also competed in sailing at the 2012 Olympics.
