Lucien Aimar
French professional road racing cyclist
Born
April 28th, 1941
84 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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A professional road racing cyclist, competed primarily during the 1960s. Achieved significant success in prestigious events including the Tour de France. Secured the yellow jersey in the 1966 edition and contributed to the French team's overall success in international competitions. Had a successful career with multiple wins in one-day races and stage wins, establishing a legacy in the sport of cycling.
Won the Tour de France in 1966
Participated in the World Championships
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