Igor Decraene facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 26 January 1996 Waregem, Belgium |
| Died | 30 August 2014 (aged 18) Zulte, Belgium |
| Team information | |
| Discipline | Road |
| Role | Rider |
| Rider type | Time trialist |
Igor Decraene (born 26 January 1996, died 30 August 2014) was a talented Belgian cyclist. He was known for his skills in time trial races.
In 2013, Igor became the UCI world junior men's time trial champion. This big win happened on 24 September in Florence, Italy. He also won the Belgian national time trial championship for junior men in both 2013 and 2014. For his great achievements, he received the Crystal Bicycle award for Best Young Rider in 2013.
At the time of his death, Igor was getting ready to defend his world junior time trial title. The race was planned for 23 September at the 2014 UCI Road World Championships in Ponferrada, Spain. Sadly, Igor passed away in an accident on 30 August 2014 near Zulte, Belgium. He was 18 years old.
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Igor Decraene's Cycling Achievements
Igor Decraene had many impressive wins during his short but bright career. Here are some of his major results:
2013 Season Highlights
- 1st
Time trial, UCI Junior Road World Championships - 1st
Time trial, National Junior Road Championships - 1st Chrono des Nations Juniors (a famous time trial race for young riders)
- 1st Stage 2a (an ITT) at the Keizer der Juniores race
- 2nd
Time trial, UEC European Junior Road Championships
2014 Season Highlights
- 1st Time trial, National Junior Road Championships
See also
In Spanish: Igor Decraene para niños
