28Sep
Eddy Merckx and the 1971 World Champion Jersey – The Rainbow That Ruled the Road
When it comes to cycling legends, few names shine brighter than Eddy Merckx. Known as “The Cannibal” for his relentless hunger to win, Merckx dominated the sport during the late 1960s and 1970s. Among his many triumphs, one stands out for its iconic symbolism — his victory at the 1971 UCI Road World Championships, where he claimed the rainbow jersey, one of the most prestigious garments in cycling. But the story doesn’t stop with the win. What makes the 1971 rainbow...
