Lutz Haueisen

German Cyclist and World Champion

Lutz Haueisen - German Cyclist and World Champion
Born

October 12th, 1956
69 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Competed in road cycling during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Achieved significant success at the World Championships, earning medals in various championships. Recorded notable performances in international competitions representing East Germany.

Won the bronze medal in the 1978 UCI Road World Championships

Secured multiple national titles in cycling

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