Christoph Pfingsten

German cyclist and national champion

Christoph Pfingsten - German cyclist and national champion
Born

November 20th, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A cyclist specialized in road racing, earned recognition in competitive cycling within Germany. Competed in various national and international events, securing a reputation for strong endurance and performance. Achieved significant success in the German National Road Race Championships, demonstrating a high level of skill and determination in the sport.

Won the German National Road Race Championship

Competed in multiple European cycling events

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