Cipriano Elis facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Cipriano Elis de la Hoz |
| Born | 26 September 1907 Muriedas, Cantabria, Spain |
| Died | 14 January 1984 (aged 76) Chera, Valencia, Spain |
| Team information | |
| Discipline | Road |
| Role | Rider |
Cipriano Elis de la Hoz was a Spanish racing cyclist. He was born on September 26, 1907, and passed away on January 14, 1984. Cipriano Elis is remembered for taking part in one of the world's most famous bicycle races, the Tour de France.
A Spanish Cycling Star
Cipriano Elis de la Hoz came from Muriedas, a town in Cantabria, Spain. He dedicated his life to bicycle racing, which is a sport where cyclists compete on bikes over long distances. He was known as a road cyclist, meaning he raced on regular roads, not special tracks.
Competing in the Tour de France
In 1928, Cipriano Elis had the amazing chance to ride in the 1928 Tour de France. The Tour de France is a very challenging and famous bicycle race that takes place mostly in France. It covers thousands of kilometers over several weeks. Finishing this race is a huge achievement for any cyclist. Cipriano Elis was one of the brave riders who took on this incredible challenge.
