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Eddy Merckx, world champion cyclist from Belgium, pictured in 1977 in his hotel in London
Eddy Merckx, world champion cyclist from Belgium, pictured in 1977 in his hotel in London. In the next few days Eddy will take part in Britains biggest ever track cycling event at Eastway Cycling Track in Stratford.
In his career, Eddy achieved 525, career victories, which is the most by a professional cyclist.
He won the Tour de France - Giro d Italia double in 1970, 1972, and 1974. He won the Giro d Italia - Vuelta a Espana double in 1973. He has 34 Tour de France stage wins (the record) including six stages in 1969 and 1972, and eight stages in 1970 and 1974.
Eddy Merckx real name is Edouard Louis Joseph, Baron Merckx
Picture taken 10th June 1977
Albert Foster
Daily Mirror
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England
77-3301
Media ID 21800809
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Athlete Belgium Bicycle Competition Cyclist Eddy Merckx Hotel Posed Racing 1977
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This print captures Eddy Merckx, the legendary world champion cyclist from Belgium, in 1977 during his stay at a hotel in London. The image showcases the determined and focused expression on Eddy's face as he prepares for Britain's largest track cycling event at Eastway Cycling Track in Stratford. Eddy Merckx is hailed as one of the greatest cyclists of all time, having achieved an astonishing 525 career victories, which remains unmatched by any other professional cyclist to this day. His remarkable accomplishments include winning the prestigious Tour de France - Giro d'Italia double three times in 1970,1972, and 1974. In addition to that feat, he also clinched the Giro d'Italia - Vuelta a España double in 1973. Notably, Eddy holds the record for most Tour de France stage wins with an impressive tally of 34 victories. Among these triumphs are six stages won in both 1969 and 1972 and eight stages conquered in both 1970 and 1974. Beyond his sporting achievements, it is interesting to note that Eddy Merckx was born Edouard Louis Joseph but earned himself the title of Baron Merckx throughout his illustrious career. This iconic photograph taken on June 10th, 1977 by Albert Foster serves as a timeless reminder of Eddy's dominance and dedication to his craft during an era when he reigned supreme over competitive cycling
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