Alfredo Binda
Italian cyclist and Tour de France winner
Born
August 11th, 1902
122 years ago
Died
1986
39 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Italy
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A prominent figure in competitive cycling, achievements include victories in three Giro d'Italia races. Binda excelled in a variety of cycling disciplines, earning recognition for strong performances in one-day races. Additionally, Binda won the World Championship title multiple times, solidifying a legacy in the sport.
Won three Giro d'Italia titles (1925, 1927, 1928)
Claimed World Championship title multiple times
Achieved victory in the 1926 Tour de France
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