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Hinault's first Giro-Tour double was achieved in what year?

  • 1980

  • 1982

  • 1985

  • 1987

Answer

The year 1982 marked a remarkable milestone in cycling history when Bernard Hinault accomplished an extraordinary feat. He achieved the prestigious Giro-Tour double, becoming the first cyclist to win both the Giro d'Italia and the Tour de France in the same year. This remarkable accomplishment cemented Hinault's status as one of the most dominant and successful cyclists of his era, demonstrating his exceptional endurance and versatility.
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