Passed away in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, leaving a sports legacy.
Fanny Blankers-Koen died on January 25, 2004, in Hoofddorp, Netherlands. Her death marked the end of an era for female athletes, but her legacy lives on as a pioneering spirit in women's sports. Throughout her life, she broke barriers and set benchmarks for women and athletes worldwide, championing the cause of sports as a realm for excellence without constraints of gender, marital status, or age. Her contributions to athletics continue to be celebrated globally.