Eddy Merckx
Belgian cyclist
Édouard Louis Joseph, Baron Merckx, is a Belgian former professional road and track cyclist racer who is the most successful rider in the history of competitive cycling. Wikipedia
Born: 1945 (age 78 years), Meensel-Kiezegem, Tielt-Winge, Belgium
Tour de France wins: 1974 Tour de France, 1972 Tour de France, 1971 Tour de France, and more
Weight: 163 lbs
Spouse: Claudine Acou (m. 1967)
Height: 6′ 0″
Books: Garin
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Édouard Louis Joseph, Baron Merckx is a Belgian former professional road and track cyclist racer who is the most successful rider in the history of ...
Eddy Merckx (born 1945-06-17 in Meensel-Kiezegem) is a former professional road racing cyclist from Belgium, active between 1964 and 1978.
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Proud father of @sabmrx & @axelmerckx Former Pro Cyclist ♂️ 525 wins 5x Tour de 5x Giro di 3x Hour record holder 1972-2000.