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Jacques Anquetil (pronounced [ʒak ɑ̃k.til]; 8 January 1934 – 18 November 1987) was a French road racing cyclist and the first cyclist to win the Tour de France five times, in 1957 and from 1961 to 1964.
- Jacques Anquetil
- 70 kg (154 lb; 11 st 0 lb)
- Monsieur Chrono, Maître Jacques
- 8 January 1934, Mont-Saint-Aignan, France
Jacques Anquetil, né le 8 janvier 1934 à Mont-Saint-Aignan (Seine-Inférieure) et mort le 18 novembre 1987 à Rouen, est un coureur cycliste français. Professionnel de 1953 à 1969, il est considéré comme l'un des plus grands coureurs de l'histoire du cyclisme et possède l'un des palmarès les plus riches de son sport.
- Jacques Eugène Ernest Anquetil
- Maître Jacques, la Caravelle, Monsieur Chrono
Nov 18, 2007 · Frenchman Jacques Anquetil does a victory lap at the Parc des princes in Paris after capturing his fourth Tour de France on July 14, 1963. Anquetil previously won in 1957, 1961 and 1962.
- Cycling News
May 20, 2016 · Jacques Anquetil was one of the greatest time triallists of all time. He was the first man to win the Tour de France five times, the first Frenchman to win the Giro d’Italia, and...
In this article, we will delve into the life and career of Jacques Anquetil, exploring his triumphs, struggles, and enduring legacy in the world of professional cycling. Join us as we pedal through history and uncover the incredible journey of this cycling legend.
Jacques Anquetil was a legendary cyclist who won five Tour de France titles and two Olympic medals. He was a master of time trials and a rival of Raymond Poulidor, but struggled as a sprinter.
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Learn about Jacques Anquetil, the first cyclist to win five Tours de France and one of the greatest time trialists ever. He also won the Giro, the Vuelta and a bronze in the 1952 team road race.
