Legendary Tour de France Champions

Eddy Merckx, known as 'The Cannibal', won the Tour de France five times. He also holds the record for the most stage wins in a single Tour (8 in 1970) and the most days in the yellow jersey (96).

Lance Armstrong won seven consecutive Tours from 1999 to 2005. However, all titles were stripped due to doping. Despite his fall from grace, Armstrong's comeback from cancer and dominance in cycling remain significant in sports history.

Jacques Anquetil was the first rider to win the Tour de France five times. Known for his time-trial prowess, Anquetil often built unbeatable leads in these stages, securing his victories with precise and calculated performances.

Bernard Hinault, nicknamed 'The Badger', won the Tour de France five times. Renowned for his aggressive racing style and resilience, he remains the last Frenchman to win the race, achieving his final victory in 1985.

Miguel Indurain is the only rider to win five consecutive Tours (1991-1995). Known for his exceptional endurance and time-trialling skills, Indurain's dominance included a remarkable VO2 max of 88 ml/kg/min, one of the highest recorded in sports.

Maurice Garin, the first Tour de France winner in 1903, was once a chimney sweep before becoming a professional cyclist.