Description: (Belgian Cyclist Who Won the 'Bordeaux–Paris' Race 7 Times)
Herman Vanspringel was a highly accomplished Belgian road racing cyclist known for his impressive performances in prestigious events such as the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia, and Vuelta a España. He achieved notable podium finishes in all three grand tours, including second place in the 1968 Tour de France and 1971 Giro d'Italia, as well as a third-place finish in the 1970 Vuelta a España. Vanspringel also had the honor of wearing the prestigious maillot jaune during multiple stages of the Tour de France.