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Bernard Hinault, born on November 14, 1954, is a former professional cyclist from France and one of the most successful riders in the history of the Tour de France. Here are some key highlights of Bernard Hinault's career:

1. Tour de France Victories: Hinault won the Tour de France a total of five times. His victories came in 1978, 1979, 1981, 1982, and 1985. He became known as "The Badger" due to his fierce and tenacious racing style.

2. Grand Tour Success: In addition to his Tour de France victories, Hinault also won other prestigious Grand Tours. He claimed victory in the Giro d'Italia three times (1980, 1982, 1985) and won the Vuelta a España once (1978).

3. Classics Wins: Hinault had success in one-day classic races as well. He won the prestigious Paris-Roubaix race in 1981 and 1982, demonstrating his versatility as a rider.

4. National and World Championships: Hinault represented France in multiple national and world championships. He won the Road World Championships in 1980 and secured the French National Road Race Championship title three times (1978, 1979, 1981).

Marianne Vos is a legendary Dutch cyclist who is widely regarded as one of the greatest female cyclists of all time. Born on May 13, 1987, in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, Vos has achieved remarkable success across various disciplines of cycling.

Vos began her cycling career at a young age and quickly made her mark in the sport. She excelled in both road cycling and cyclocross, showcasing her versatility and exceptional skills on different terrains.

In road cycling, Vos has won numerous prestigious races and championships. She claimed her first world title in 2006, winning the UCI Road World Championships in the road race. Vos went on to win the World Championships in road cycling a total of three times (2006, 2012, 2013). Her victories extend to other major road races, including the Giro d'Italia Femminile (Women's Giro d'Italia) and La Flèche Wallonne Féminine.

In addition to road cycling, Vos has also excelled in cyclocross, a discipline characterized by off-road racing on challenging terrains. She has won multiple UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships, including a remarkable streak of seven consecutive titles from 2009 to 2015. Vos' dominance in cyclocross has solidified her status as one of the greatest in the discipline.

Vos' success and versatility extend beyond road cycling and cyclocross. She has also achieved notable results in track cycling and mountain biking, further highlighting her exceptional talent and adaptability as a cyclist.