Nico Mattan

Belgian professional road cyclist

Nico Mattan - Belgian professional road cyclist
Born

July 17th, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Belgium

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Competed in professional road cycling from the mid-1990s to the mid-2000s. Achieved significant victories in various races. Excelled in one-day races, showcasing strong performance in both national and international competitions. Participated in events such as the Tour de France and the World Championships, contributing to a successful cycling career.

Won the Paris-Roubaix race in 2002

Represented Belgium in multiple World Championships

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