Rik van Looy the “Emperor of Herentals” has died, he won all the Monuments and 2 world championships

Wednesday 18th December 2024 06:10 AM

Fanpage.it | 18 dic 2024

Rick van Loy he passed away at the age of 90 amidst the affection of his family who announced his death between Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th December. Authentic icon of Cycling Belgian, the “emperor of Herendals” between the 50s and 60s established himself on the international front by conquering all and five le Monument (3 times the Roubaix), as well as an infinite number of stages in the three great Tours. He also won two titles worldlosing the third only due to the “betrayal” of one of his followers who forced him to take the silver.

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