Baden Cooke

Professional cyclist, 2003 Tour de France stage winner

Baden Cooke - Professional cyclist, 2003 Tour de France stage winner
Born

October 12th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Competed primarily as a road cyclist. Achieved a significant career milestone by winning Stage 3 of the 2003 Tour de France. Represented Australia in multiple international competitions. Participated in various professional cycling teams throughout the career, contributing to team efforts in prestigious races.

Won Stage 3 of the 2003 Tour de France

Represented Australia at World Championships

Rode for professional teams such as Unibet.com

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