About Jean Fontenay
Lived 1911 – 1975 (aged 63). Jean Fontenay was a French sport cyclist.
Jean Fontenay (23 July 1911 – 21 May 1975) was a French professional road bicycle racer between 1934 and 1939, and after World War II in 1947. In his career, he won three races, but he is remembered for wearing the yellow jersey in the 1939 Tour de France for two days.
Palmarès 1935 Winner 2nd stage Tour de l'Ouest 1936 Paris–Nice: Winner stage 5 2nd place overall 1938 Winner Manche-Ocean
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Who was Jean Fontenay?
French cyclist (1911–1975)
When was Jean Fontenay born?
Jean Fontenay was born on 23 July 1911 in Hirel.
When did Jean Fontenay die?
Jean Fontenay died on 21 May 1975 in Saint-Malo.
What was Jean Fontenay's occupation?
Jean Fontenay was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Jean Fontenay?
Jean Fontenay was French.
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