Michel D'Hooghe (cyclist)
Belgian cyclist / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Michel D'Hooghe (19 February 1912 ā 12 May 1940) was a Belgian racing cyclist.[1][2] He won the Tour of Flanders in 1937.[3] D'Hooghe was killed in action during World War II, during an aerial bombardment over the city of Lokeren in May 1940.[4]
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Full name | Michel D'Hooghe |
Born | (1912-02-19)19 February 1912 Zele, East Flanders, Belgium |
Died | 12 May 1940(1940-05-12) (aged 28) Lokeren, East Flanders, Belgium |
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Role | Rider |
Professional team | |
1934ā1940 | Van Hauwaert |
Major wins | |
Tour of Flanders (1937) | |
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