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This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines for sports persons and athletes). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia.
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Not having significant coverage doesn't imply "notability" (in the real world definition, clearly not yours) especially when the athlete didn't want that kind of coverage. Just because you haven't heard of someone or they didn't go nuts in the spotlight doesn't imply they weren't notable.
No interviews about it this person were made. No press.
The results speak for themselves and are documented, you would think that would be enough, especially for national championships. The facts are there.
Every single UCI athlete, including this one, is notable if they land a place of the world stage and are ranked as such.
You guys need to rethink this notability thing, it is the biggest complaint people have about this platform. Basically, you are being gatekeepers to ALL the talent the planet has to offer. I want an encyclopedia that has EVERYTHING/ONE in it. What is created here is an elitist club. Bloodyregina (talk) 15:28, 2 January 2025 (UTC)[reply]
Hello, Bloodyregina!
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