Tom Boonen
Profil Kierowcy
- Pełne imię i nazwisko w języku angielskim: Tom Boonen
- Narodowość: Belgia
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- Łączna liczba podium: 0 (🏆 0 / 🥈 0 / 🥉 0)
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Przegląd wyścigowców
Tom Boonen, born on October 15, 1980, is a retired Belgian road cyclist, widely regarded as one of the most successful classics riders of his era. Boonen's professional cycling career spanned from 2002 to 2017, during which he rode for teams such as U.S. Postal Service and Quick-Step Floors. Known for his powerful sprint and ability to conquer challenging terrains, Boonen excelled in one-day races.
His impressive palmarès includes four victories at Paris-Roubaix (2005, 2008, 2009, 2012), equaling the record held by Roger De Vlaeminck. He also triumphed at the Tour of Flanders three times (2005, 2006, 2012). Other notable achievements include winning the UCI World Road Race Championships in 2005, multiple stages in the Tour de France and Vuelta a España, and numerous victories in prestigious races like E3 Harelbeke and Gent-Wevelgem.
Since retiring from professional cycling, Boonen has pursued a career in motorsports, competing in series like the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series and Belcar. His transition reflects his passion for speed and competition, showcasing his versatility as an athlete beyond the realm of cycling.