About Alan Van Heerden
Lived 1954 – 2009 (aged 55). Alan Van Heerden was a South African sport cyclist.
Alan van Heerden (11 December 1954 in Johannesburg – 15 December 2009) was a South African cyclist. He was the first ever South African to win a stage of a Grand Tour.
He was killed in a car accident in 2009 at the age of 56.
Major results 1978 3rd Paris-Roubaix Espoirs 1979 1st Stage 7 Giro d'Italia
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alan Van Heerden?
South African road bicycle racer (1953–2009)
When was Alan Van Heerden born?
Alan Van Heerden was born on 11 December 1954 in Johannesburg.
When did Alan Van Heerden die?
Alan Van Heerden died on 15 December 2009 in Johannesburg.
What was Alan Van Heerden's occupation?
Alan Van Heerden was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Alan Van Heerden?
Alan Van Heerden was South African.
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