About Jean Brankart
Lived 1930 – 2020 (aged 90). Jean Brankart was a Belgian sport cyclist.
Jean Brankart (12 July 1930 – 23 July 2020) was a Belgian professional road bicycle racer who was active from 1953 to 1960. In 1955, Brankart finished the 1955 Tour de France in second place, winning two stages.
Major results
1953 Hannut Houdeng 1954 Gembloux Huy Waremme Tour de France: 9th place overall classification 1955 Herve Charleroi Tour de France: 2nd place overall classification winner stages 18 and 21 1956 national track pursuit champion Alken Libramont Giro d'Italia: 7th place overall classification 1957 Herve La Hulpe 1958 national track pursuit champion Hoegaarden Namur Giro d'Italia: 2nd place overall classification
1959 Grand Prix du Midi Libre national track pursuit champion Seraing Florenville Hamme Tour de France: 10th place overall classification
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jean Brankart?
Belgian road bicycle racer (1930–2020)
When was Jean Brankart born?
Jean Brankart was born on 12 July 1930 in Remicourt.
When did Jean Brankart die?
Jean Brankart died on 23 July 2020 in Liège.
What was Jean Brankart's occupation?
Jean Brankart was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Jean Brankart?
Jean Brankart was Belgian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jean Brankart. https://biography.guide/jean-brankart/
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