In 1954, Louison Bobet entered the Tour de France as the reigning champion, carrying with him not only the weight of his title but also… Read More »Louison Bobet leading the group of favourites on the Aubisque (Tour de France 1954)
Three-time Tour de France winner (1953, 1954, 1955) and French cycling legend Louison Bobet was a succesful rider also in the world of one-day races.… Read More »27 March 1955 Louison Bobet won Ronde van Vlaanderen
Defending champion Fausto Coppi didn’t attend the Tour de France in 1953. He was rather preparing for the World Championships. However, he trained in the… Read More »Fausto Coppi filming Louison Bobet (Tour de France 1953)
Although Louison Bobet is remembered mostly by his three consecutive Tour de France victories (1953, 1954, 1955), he also had some success in the world… Read More »Louison Bobet’s Giro di Lombardia Victory (1951)
The 47th edition of Tour de France was held between 3rd and 26th July in 1953.Read More »Tour de France 1953