- Born
- January 31, 1865
- Died
- August 16, 1940 (aged 75)
- Known as
- journalist, sport cyclist, track cyclist, notary's clerk, lawyer, editor
Henri Desgrange was a French bicycle racer and sports journalist. He set twelve world track cycling records, including the hour record of 35.325 kilometres (21.950 mi) on 11 May 1893. He was the first organiser of the Tour de France.
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