Henri Desgrange
Henri Desgrange was the founder of the Tour de France and a pioneering figure in cycling. His vision laid the groundwork for what would become one of the most prestigious and challenging sporting events in the world, and his legacy continues to influence the race today.
Born on Aug 16, 1865 (159 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 3,943 | $350,000 | 238$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,186 | $700,000 | 500$ |
| Totals | 2 | 14,446,824 | 10,129 | $1,050,000 | 738$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Switzerland:
Henri Desgrange, the former chief of the Tour, held a notably negative view on women's participation in sports.
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Denmark:
Henri Desgrange founded the Tour de France in 1903 and directed the race until World War II.
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Ukraine:
Henri Desgrange was the editor of L'Auto and played a key role in the creation of the Tour de France.
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France:
Henri Desgrange was the creator of the Tour de France.
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