Andrew Hampsten
Cyclist; Giro d'Italia winner
Born
April 7th, 1962
63 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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One of the prominent figures in American cycling, achieved notable success during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Gained recognition for winning the Giro d'Italia in 1992, becoming the first American to achieve this feat. Competed professionally for several teams, including 7-Eleven and Motorola, and participated in multiple Tours de France, showcasing expertise in mountain racing. Retired from competitive cycling in the late 1990s.
Winning the Giro d'Italia in 1992
Competing in the Tour de France
Riding for the 7-Eleven team
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