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(Belgian Cyclist Who Is an Olympic Gold Medalist) Greg Van Avermaet, a retired Belgian professional cyclist, was highly regarded for his adaptability in various forms of cycling. He excelled in classic and stage races on challenging terrains, securing victories in prestigious events like the Olympic road race, Paris–Roubaix, and Gent–Wevelgem. His success extended to Grand Tours, where he claimed stage wins in the Tour de France and donned the Yellow Jersey. In 2017, Van Avermaet emerged as the overall winner of the UCI World Tour. He concluded his cycling career after representing the AG2R Citroën Team during the 2021 season.