13 July on this day

José Manuel Fuente riding solo on the 15th stage of Tour de Frsnce 1971

12-13 July 1971 José Manuel Fuente’s back to back stage victories in the Pyrenees

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12 July 202413 July 2024

Although José Manuel Fuente considered one of the greatest climbers of all time, it might be a vit surprising, that he won only two stages… Read More »12-13 July 1971 José Manuel Fuente’s back to back stage victories in the Pyrenees

Bernard Thévenet and Eddy Merckx on Mont Ventoux at Tour de France 1972

13 July 1972 Bernard Thévenet’s victory on Mont Ventoux

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13 July 202328 January 2024

1972 was the second year when Bernard Thevenet rode Tour de France. His debut in previous year was a little bit of a surprise performance,… Read More »13 July 1972 Bernard Thévenet’s victory on Mont Ventoux