Jan Raas

Dutch cyclist and Tour de France competitor

Jan Raas - Dutch cyclist and Tour de France competitor
Born

November 8th, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A successful professional road racing cyclist, competed from the mid-1970s until the mid-1980s. Achieved significant victories in numerous races, including the prestigious Tour de France. Demonstrated exceptional skill in one-day races and stage races, securing numerous national and international titles.

Won the Dutch National Road Championships multiple times

Secured overall victories in notable stage races

Competed in Tour de France

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