Gino Mäder
Swiss cyclist, 2021 Tour de Suisse winner
Born
1997
28 years ago
Died
June 16th, 2023
2 years ago — 26 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Switzerland
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A professional cyclist with a focus on road racing. Achievements included competing in prestigious races such as the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia. Mäder secured victories and podium finishes in various stages, showcasing talent and resilience. In 2021, won the overall classification at the Tour de Suisse, solidifying a reputation as a strong competitor in the cycling community. Unfortunately, passed away in 2023 after an accident during a race.
Won the 2021 Tour de Suisse
Competed in the Tour de France
Secured podium finishes in key cycling events
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