Alberic Schotte

Nationality	Belgian
Born	January 17, 1919
Birthplace	Kanegem, Belgium
Died	April 7, 2004
Discipline	Road
Role	All-rounder
Professional debut	1940
Retired	1959

Born in Kanegem, Belgium, on January 17, 1919, Alberic Schotte was a professional road cyclist. He had success in both one-day and stage races, earning him the moniker of a versatile athlete.

Schotte turned professional in 1940 and rode for a variety of teams during his career, including Mercier and Faema. He won the Tour of Flanders twice and Paris-Roubaix once, achieving his greatest success in the Classics.

Schotte was renowned for his tenacity and determination. He was an accomplished rider who excelled in a range of terrains and climates. Also, he was a recognized team leader who mentored numerous rookie riders.

Schotte continued to be involved in cycling as a coach and team management after his retirement from the sport in 1959. He also served as president of the Belgian cycling federation for many years.

Away from the bike, Schotte was well-known for his modesty and devotion to his family. He was a beloved figure in the racing world and was admired for his sportsmanship and dedication to riding.

Alberic Schotte’s biggest achievements:

Year	Achievement
1942	Tour of Flanders – 1st place
1948	Paris-Roubaix – 1st place
1944	Tour of Flanders – 1st place
1950	Belgian National Road Race Championships – 1st place
1946	Paris-Tours – 1st place
1948	Belgian National Road Race Championships – 1st place
1952	Paris-Brussels – 1st place