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Gregory BaugeFrench track cyclist
Date of Birth: 31.01.1985
Country:  France |
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Grégory Baugé: A Cycling Legend
Early Years and BeginningsGrégory Baugé, a renowned French track cyclist, was born into the world of sports, initially pursuing football until the age of eight. However, his trajectory shifted toward cycling when he enrolled in a cycling school, leading him to embrace track racing.
Junior Success
Baugé's potential became evident during his junior years, where he emerged as a world champion and medalist. His exceptional performance also earned him multiple European titles and podium finishes.
Dominance at the World Championships
His debut as an adult competitor in 2006 marked the beginning of a remarkable streak. Baugé claimed the world championship title in team sprint on home turf in Bordeaux, a feat he repeated thrice more in subsequent years. He further cemented his dominance by capturing the individual sprint world championships in 2009 and 2010. Baugé's prowess extended to the sprint discipline, where he secured two silver medals at world championships.
Olympic Silver
At the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Baugé showcased his versatility by competing in two events. Teaming up with Kevin Sireau, Arnaud Tournant, and Michaël Bourgain, he secured a silver medal in the team sprint. Despite failing to advance beyond the second round in the keirin, Baugé demonstrated his resilience by winning the race for seventh place.
