Which era of cycling did Freddy Maertens predominantly compete in?
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
Answer
The answer is the 1970s. Freddy Maertens, often called the "Kannibaal of De Vlaeminck", was a Belgian professional cyclist known for his aggressive riding style. He achieved significant success in the 1970s, winning several major road races including the Tour of Flanders (three times), Paris–Roubaix, Milan–San Remo, and the Tour of Lombardy.
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