Guido Reybrouck

BornSeptember 1, 1941
BirthplaceIzegem, Belgium
DiedAugust 1, 1996
NationalityBelgian
SportRoad bicycle racing
Professional career1964-1974

Guido Reybrouck was born in Izegem, Belgium, on September 1, 1941. He was a Belgian road bicycle racer. His professional career began in 1964, and he retired in 1974.

Reybrouck was well-known for his ability to win sprints from small groups in one-day events. He also won stages in the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France.

The 1968 Paris-Roubaix, in which he finished second behind Eddy Merckx, was one of the most memorable moments of Reybrouck’s career. Over his career, he also landed on the podium of the Belgian National Road Race Championships multiple times.

Reybrouck was renowned for his aggressive racing style and ferocious competitiveness. He was a fan-favorite rider who was frequently viewed as an underdog in races.

After his retirement from racing, Reybrouck became a team director and was active in the training of new Belgian riders. On August 1, 1996, at the age of 54, he passed away.

Guido Reybrouck’s Greatest Achievements:

YearAchievement
19651st in Gent-Wevelgem
19671st in Paris-Tours
19682nd in Paris-Roubaix
19691st in Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne
19701st in Omloop Het Volk
19701st in Nokere Koerse
19711st in Grand Prix de Fourmies

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