Vicente Trueba
Vicente Trueba Pérez (October 16, 1905 in Sierrapando, Cantabria – November 10, 1986) was a Spanish professional cyclist. He is famous for being the first winner of the King of the Mountains in the Tour de France.[1] This is a competition for the best climber in the race. It was first held in 1933.[2]
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| Full name | Vicente Trueba Pérez | ||
| Nickname | The Flea of Torrelavega | ||
| Born | October 16, 1905 Sierrapando, Spain | ||
| Died | November 10, 1986 (aged 81) | ||
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| Discipline | Road | ||
| Role | Cyclist | ||
| Rider type | Climber specialist | ||
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