Robert Sassone (cyclist) facts for kids
Robert Sassone in 2001
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | 23 November 1978 Nouméa, New Caledonia |
| Died | 21 January 2016 (aged 37) Nouméa, New Caledonia |
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| Discipline | Road and track |
| Role | Rider |
Robert Sassone (born 23 November 1978 – died 21 January 2016) was a talented French racing cyclist. He was born in Nouméa, New Caledonia. Robert competed in both road and track cycling events during his career. He passed away in 2016 at the age of 37.
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Robert Sassone's Cycling Journey
Robert Sassone was a professional cyclist from 2000 to 2003. He represented his country in major international competitions. He was known for his skills in different types of cycling races.
Olympic Games Experience
Robert Sassone had the amazing opportunity to compete in the 2000 Summer Olympics. He took part in the men's Madison event. This is a special type of track cycling race where teams of two riders work together.
Grand Tour Participation
In 2002, Robert also rode in the 2002 Vuelta a España. This is one of the three biggest road cycling races in the world, known as Grand Tours. He finished the challenging race in 129th place.
Major Achievements in Cycling
Robert Sassone achieved many important wins and top finishes throughout his cycling career. He was particularly successful in track cycling.
Road Cycling Highlights
- In 2001, he won two stages (parts of a race) in the Circuit des Mines.
- He also won a stage in the Tour du Limousin in 2002.
- In 2003, Robert won a stage in the Tour du Poitou-Charentes.
Track Cycling Successes
Robert Sassone was a very strong track cyclist.
- He won the Six Days of Nouméa race four times (1998, 1999, 2001, 2003). This is a multi-day track cycling event.
- In 1999, he became the European Champion in the Madison event. He won this with his teammate, Damien Pommereau.
- He won several French National Titles:
- In 2000, he won the Madison and Team Pursuit titles.
- In 2001, he won the Points Race and Madison titles.
- In 2002, he won the Madison title again.
- A major highlight was in 2001 when he became a World Champion in the Madison event. He won this prestigious title with Jérôme Neuville at the UCI World Track Championships.
- In 2003, he earned a silver medal in the Scratch race at the UCI World Track Championships.
See also
In Spanish: Robert Sassone para niños
