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Yvan Goor

1884 – 1958

Belgian cyclist and motorcyclist

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About Yvan Goor

Lived 1884 – 1958 (aged 73). Yvan Goor was a Belgian motorcycle racer and sport cyclist.

Yvan Goor (30 November 1884 – 20 March 1958), sometimes written as Ivan Goor, was a Belgian cyclist and motorcyclist.

Career

Cycling Yvan Goor began cycling with the support of his father, who acted as his manager and coach. Goor focused on motor-paced racing and his father acted as his pacemaker. In 1906, whilst racing at Magdeburg, Goor's father fell heavily and was unable to compete for the rest of the season.

Twice, in 1910 and 1911, Goor was Belgian champion in motor-paced racing and in 1908, 1912 and 1914 he came second. In 1921, Goor ended his career as a professional cyclist as he was unable to compete at the same level as before the war. As a member of the "RC Pesant Club Liégois", he created a relief fund for cyclists.

Motorcycle racing In 1924, at the age of 40, Goor took up motorcycle racing. Twice he was European champion in the 175 cc category, in 1930 and 1934 whilst riding a DKW and Benelli respectively. In 1931 he came second in the European Championship to Eric Fernihough in the 175 cc category.

Major wins

Cycling 1910 Belgian motor-paced racing champion 1911 Belgian motor-paced racing champion

Motorcycle racing 1930 – 175 cc European champion 1934 – 175 cc European champion

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Yvan Goor?

Belgian cyclist and motorcyclist

When was Yvan Goor born?

Yvan Goor was born on 30 November 1884 in Verviers.

When did Yvan Goor die?

Yvan Goor died on 20 March 1958 in Liège.

What was Yvan Goor's occupation?

Yvan Goor was a motorcycle racer and sport cyclist.

What nationality was Yvan Goor?

Yvan Goor was Belgian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Yvan Goor

· Wikidata: Q2602134

· DBpedia: Yvan Goor

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