1954 Tour de France

Louison Bobet leading the group of favourites on the Aubisque (Tour de France 1954)

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December 22, 2024

In 1954, Louison Bobet embarked on the Tour de France as the defending champion, shouldering both the prestige of his title and the aspirations of… Read More »Louison Bobet leading the group of favourites on the Aubisque (Tour de France 1954)

Federico Bahamontes stops for an ice cream (Tour de France 1954)

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October 2, 2024December 29, 2024

Federico Bahamontes made his Tour de France debut in 1954, a race that would mark the beginning of his legacy as one of the greatest… Read More »Federico Bahamontes stops for an ice cream (Tour de France 1954)