Freddy Eugen facts for kids
Freddy Eugen (born 4 February 1941 – died 8 June 2018) was a famous Danish cyclist. He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark. Freddy was known for his skills in both road and track cycling.
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Freddy Eugen's Cycling Career
Freddy Eugen was a professional cyclist from 1961 to 1969. He competed in two main types of cycling:
- Road cycling: This is racing on regular roads, often over long distances.
- Track cycling: This takes place on a special oval track called a velodrome.
Track Cycling Success
On the track, Freddy was very successful in an event called the Madison. This is a team race where two cyclists take turns riding. One rider slingshots their teammate into the race. Freddy won two European medals in the Madison event, one in 1967 and another in 1968.
Road Cycling Achievements
Freddy also had many wins in road cycling. He was especially good at "six-day races." These are exciting events where teams of cyclists race for six days straight, often through the night! Freddy won 9 of these six-day races out of 95 starts. One of his big wins was the Six Days of Amsterdam in 1967. He also won one stage of the Tour de Suisse in 1963. The Tour de Suisse is a major multi-day road race held in Switzerland.
Later Life and Passing
Freddy Eugen passed away on 8 June 2018 in Copenhagen. He was 77 years old. He is remembered as a talented and dedicated cyclist from Denmark.
