Jente Hauttekeete

Jente Hauttekeete

I am an athlete who is not easily satisfied with a performance. I always want to do better than the previous race and keep improving my personal records. I like to learn quickly. Sometimes I try to imitate or learn a technique by watching other athletes. I am very motivated during training and I don't give up easily, but sometimes I dare to let my head hang down when things don't go as I had hoped. I am always open to humour and jokes on and off the slopes.

My discipline

Athletics (all-round: heptathlon & decathlon) -> KAA Gent


Number of hours’ training per week

18 - 20 hours

 

"To be number one, you have to train
like you're number two."

My favorite Etixx products

High Protein Sport Bar Cookie & Cream


My greatest sporting achievements 

  • Second best performance ever in heptathlon in Belgium
  • World record U20 in heptathlon
  • European champion U20 decathlon


My personal records

  • Heptathlon: 6059 points
  • Decathlon: 8075 points


My #GiveItYourAll moment in 2025

Qualify for the Athletics World Championships in Tokyo, September 13–21


My social media

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