Anna Meares

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Anna Meares's list of achievements is remarkable. She is the most decorated female track cyclist in history, with eleven world titles and six Olympic medals. Her ability to perform at the highest level across four consecutive Olympic Games is a testament to her consistency and mental strength. She has been an inspiration to many young athletes, particularly in Australia, and her legacy is cemented by the velodrome named in her honour.

AwardsAnna Meares has won numerous awards throughout her career, including two Olympic gold medals and eleven world championship titles. She has also received the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for her services to cycling.

Honours & Distinctions

Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)

Australian Government·2007

For service to cycling as a gold medallist at the Athens Olympics.

Anna Meares Velodrome

Queensland Government·2016

A velodrome in Brisbane named in her honour.

Anna Meares Avenue

Gracemere, Queensland·2016

A street named after her in her home state.

Rankings & Lists

Most decorated female track cyclist

UCI·2015

Records & Feats

First Australian to win individual Olympic medals at four consecutive Games

Olympic Record·2016

Won medals at Athens 2004, Beijing 2008, London 2012, and Rio 2016.

Most world titles by a female track cyclist

Career Milestone·2015

Won 11 world championships across sprint and keirin events.