Andy Schleck
Professional cyclist, Tour de France winner
A professional cyclist from Luxembourg specialized in road racing. Competed primarily for Team Saxo Bank. Achieved significant success in the Grand Tours, particularly the Tour de France. Claimed victory in the 2010 Tour de France after leading a decisive attack in the mountains. Also recognized for a second-place finish in the 2009 Tour de France, losing the title by a narrow margin. Finished third in the 2011 edition, further solidifying a strong presence in professional cycling during his career, which lasted over a decade.
Won the 2010 Tour de France
Finished second in the 2009 Tour de France
Placed third in the 2011 Tour de France
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Italian statesman and jurist
Born
June 10th, 1465 561 years ago
Died
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American blues singer and guitarist
Born
June 10th, 1910 116 years ago
Died
January 10th, 1976 50 years ago — 65 years old
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Dutch politician and party leader
Born
June 10th, 1976 50 years ago
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Mathematician and computer scientist
Born
June 10th, 1924 102 years ago
Died
March 26th, 2015 11 years ago — 90 years old
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Continue ReadingYoshihiro Tatsumi
Japanese manga artist and author
Born
June 10th, 1935 91 years ago
Died
March 7th, 2015 11 years ago — 79 years old
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