Óscar Freire

Professional cyclist with three World Championships

Óscar Freire - Professional cyclist with three World Championships
Born

February 15th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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Born in 1976, a renowned Spanish cyclist specialized in road racing. Achievements include winning the UCI Road World Championships three times in 1999, 2001, and 2004. Competed in various Grand Tours and secured several stage wins, including the Tour de France and Vuelta a España. Known for sprinting abilities and tactical racing skills.

Won three UCI Road World Championships

Secured stages in Tour de France

Achieved victories in Vuelta a España

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