Eddy Merckx
Eddy Merckx is a celebrated Belgian professional billiards player, often regarded as one of the greatest in the sport, having won numerous titles and accolades in three-cushion billiards, including prestigious World Cup events.
Born on Jun 17, 1945 (79 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 18,845 | $1,400,000 | 564$ |
| Netherlands | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 17,134,872 | 11,982 | $907,000 | 634$ |
| France | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 32,637 | $2,700,000 | 1,350$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,544 | $700,000 | 448$ |
| Italy | 1 | 3.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 22,460 | $2,000,000 | 743$ |
| Totals | 5 | 198,279,609 | 91,468 | $7,707,000 | 3,739$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Italy:
Eddy Merckx is described as having an incredible strength but was not loved by Franco Balmamion for his ruthless competitiveness.
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France:
Eddy Merckx was mentioned as a legendary cyclist photographed during Paris-Roubaix in 1974.
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Switzerland:
Eddy Merckx is referenced as a cycling legend whom Pogacar is compared to in terms of potential achievements.
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Spain:
Eddy Merckx is noted for not achieving four victories in the Tour of Flanders.
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Netherlands:
Eddy Merckx is referred to as 'De Kannibaal', indicating his fierce reputation in cycling.
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Ukraine:
Eddy Merckx, known as 'The Cannibal', holds the record for the most wins in the Milan-San Remo race with seven victories.
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Ukraine:
Eddy Merckx is the record holder for the most wins in the Milan-San Remo race, with seven victories.
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United Kingdom:
Jorgenson became the 10th rider with consecutive titles in the Race to the Sun, joining the likes of cycling greats Eddy Merckx.
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Spain:
Thierry Frémaux mentions Eddy Merckx as his childhood idol, highlighting the separation of an artist's work from their personal opinions.
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Vietnam:
Eddy Merckx is one of the top players in the billiards world.
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