About Romain Gijssels
Lived 1907 – 1978 (aged 71). Romain Gijssels was a Belgian sport cyclist.
Romain Gijssels (Denderwindeke, 10 March 1907 – Paris, 31 March 1978) was a Belgian professional road bicycle racer between 1930 and 1936.
In 1932, Gijssels won both the Tour of Flanders and Paris–Roubaix in the same season, which (up to 2024) has only been accomplished by eleven riders.
Major achievements
1931 Tour of Flanders Grand Prix Wolber 2nd, Bordeaux–Paris 3rd, Paris–Brussels 1932 Tour of Flanders Paris–Roubaix Bordeaux–Paris 1933 Marseille-Lyon St Niklaas 2nd, Critérium des As 3rd, Tour of Flanders 3rd, Bordeaux–Paris 1934 Paris-Belfort 2nd, Paris–Tours 32nd, Tour de France 1935 3rd, Critérium des As
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Romain Gijssels?
Belgian cyclist
When was Romain Gijssels born?
Romain Gijssels was born on 10 March 1907 in Ninove.
When did Romain Gijssels die?
Romain Gijssels died on 31 March 1978 in Paris.
What was Romain Gijssels's occupation?
Romain Gijssels was a sport cyclist.
What nationality was Romain Gijssels?
Romain Gijssels was Belgian.
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