Famous Cyclists

There have been many famous cyclists throughout history, but here are some of the most notable and accomplished:

1. Eddy Merckx - Widely considered the greatest cyclist of all time, Merckx won the Tour de France five times and set numerous world records during his career.

2. Lance Armstrong - Despite being stripped of his seven Tour de France titles for doping, Armstrong remains one of the most famous and accomplished cyclists in history. He won the Tour de France a record seven consecutive times from 1999 to 2005.

3. Miguel Indurain - This Spanish cyclist won the Tour de France five times in a row from 1991 to 1995, as well as two Olympic gold medals.

4. Fausto Coppi - One of the greatest Italian cyclists of all time, Coppi won the Tour de France twice and the Giro d'Italia five times.

5. Bernard Hinault - This French cyclist won the Tour de France five times and the Giro d'Italia three times, and is considered one of the best climbers in cycling history.

6. Greg LeMond - The first American to win the Tour de France, LeMond won the race three times and is also a two-time world champion.

7. Bradley Wiggins - This British cyclist won the Tour de France in 2012, as well as multiple Olympic gold medals and world championships.

8. Chris Froome - Another British cyclist, Froome has won the Tour de France four times and is known for his climbing abilities.

These are just a few of the most famous and accomplished cyclists in history, and there are many other notable names in the world of cycling.