| Born | January 11, 1950 |
| Birthplace | Zwevegem, Belgium |
| Died | November 5, 1982 |
| Nationality | Belgian |
| Sport | Road bicycle racing |
| Professional career | 1973-1982 |
Marc Demeyer was a Belgian road bicycle racer who was born in Zwevegem, Belgium, on January 11, 1950. 1973 marked the beginning of his professional career, and he perished in an automobile accident on November 5, 1982, at the age of 32.
Demeyer specialized in one-day events and was renowned for his aggressive racing style. Over his career, he won several classic events, including the Omloop Het Volk and the E3 Harelbeke, and finished on the podium in several other significant races.
In the 1976 Paris-Roubaix, one of the most remarkable moments of Demeyer’s career occurred when he finished second behind Marc Demeyer. Over his career, he also landed on the podium of the Belgian National Road Race Championships multiple times.
Demeyer was renowned for his tenacity and willingness to endure pain on the bike. He was a fan-favorite rider who was frequently viewed as an underdog in races.
Following his death, a memorial race, the Memorial Marc Demeyer, was created in his honor.
Marc Demeyer’s Greatest Achievements:
| Year | Achievement |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 2nd in Paris-Roubaix |
| 1976 | 1st in E3 Harelbeke |
| 1978 | 1st in Omloop Het Volk |
| 1978 | 1st in Nokere Koerse |
| 1979 | 1st in Grand Prix de Fourmies |
| 1981 | 1st in Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne |
| 1982 | 2nd in Brabantse Pijl |
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