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Albert Francis Grenda

1889 – 1977

Australian track cyclist

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Lived 1889 – 1977 (aged 87). Albert Francis Grenda was an Australian track cyclist.

Alfred Francis Grenda (September 15, 1889 – May 30, 1977) was an Australian professional track cyclist, who specialized in six-day races. He won eight in his career, including the Six Days of New York four times. He also competed in sprinting, notably winning the silver medal at the 1912 UCI Track Cycling World Championships. He came to the United States under a professional contract in 1912, where he stayed and became a naturalized citizen in 1930.

Major results 1912

1913 1st Six Days of Toronto (with Ernie Pye) 1914 1st Six Days of New York (with Alf Goullet) 1915 1st Six Days of New York (with Alfred Hill) 1st Six Days of Boston (with Alfred Hill) 1916 1st Six Days of Boston (with Alf Goullet) 1922 1st Six Days of New York (with Reginald McNamara) 1923 1st Six Days of New York (with Alf Goullet) 1924 1st Six Days of Chicago (with Oscar Egg)

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Who was Albert Francis Grenda?

Australian track cyclist (1889–1977)

When was Albert Francis Grenda born?

Albert Francis Grenda was born on 15 September 1889 in Launceston.

When did Albert Francis Grenda die?

Albert Francis Grenda died on 30 May 1977 in Paradise.

What was Albert Francis Grenda's occupation?

Albert Francis Grenda was a track cyclist.

What nationality was Albert Francis Grenda?

Albert Francis Grenda was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Albert Francis Grenda

· Wikidata: Q1712758

· DBpedia: Alfred Grenda

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