Greg LeMond Quotes

A collection of quotes by Greg LeMond.

Greg LeMond is a former professional road racing cyclist from the United States. Born on June 26, 1961, in California, LeMond achieved great success during the 1980s and 1990s. He became the first American cyclist to win the prestigious Tour de France in 1986, repeating the feat in 1989 and 1990. LeMond's career was marked by his pioneering use of aerodynamic equipment and his tenacious rivalry with French cycling legend Bernard Hinault. Despite suffering a near-fatal hunting accident in 1987, LeMond successfully returned to cycling and left a lasting impact on the sport.

You don't suffer, kill yourself and take the risks I take ju

You don't suffer, kill yourself and take the risks I take just for money. I love bike racing.

Greg LeMond

Sports

There are few things that you can't do as long as you are wi

There are few things that you can't do as long as you are willing to apply yourself.

Greg LeMond

Work

I have always struggled to achieve excellence. One thing tha

I have always struggled to achieve excellence. One thing that cycling has taught me is that if you can achieve something without a struggle it's not going to be satisfying.

Greg LeMond

Struggle

Perhaps the single most important element in mastering the t

Perhaps the single most important element in mastering the techniques and tactics of racing is experience. But once you have the fundamentals, acquiring the experience is a matter of time.

Greg LeMond

Sports