About Pol Deman
Lived 1889 – 1961 (aged 72). Pol Deman was a Belgian sport cyclist.
Polydore (Pol) Deman (25 April 1889 in Rekkem, West Flanders, Belgium – 31 July 1961 in Outrijve, Belgium) was a Belgian professional road bicycle racer for 15 years from 1909 to 1924, and a carpet maker by trade.
He won the first Tour of Flanders race in 1913 at the age of 25, defeating a field of 37 riders over a 330 km course that ended with 4 laps of the wooden track around a small pond at Mariakerke, the suburb of Ghent.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pol Deman?
Belgian road bicycle racer (1889–1961)
When was Pol Deman born?
Pol Deman was born on 25 April 1889 in Rekkem.
When did Pol Deman die?
Pol Deman died on 31 July 1961 in Outrijve.
What was Pol Deman's occupation?
Pol Deman was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Pol Deman?
Pol Deman was Belgian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pol Deman. https://biography.guide/pol-deman/
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