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Hinault: The Story of Le Blaireau

by Bernard Hinault (2015)

About this book

A colorful biography examining Hinault's fierce Breton temperament, complete peloton dominance, and epic rivalries with Greg LeMond and Laurent Fignon. This definitive sports work explores the career, athletic prowess, and legendary impact of Bernard Hinault across Cycling (Road / Track).

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story Era1970s-1980s
Protagonist / CoreBernard Hinault

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