Date of Birth: April 28, 1980
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Sir Bradley Marc Wiggins, born on April 28, 1980, in Ghent, Belgium, is a retired British professional road and track racing cyclist who competed professionally between 2001 and 2016. His career is marked by numerous achievements, including winning the 2012 Tour de France, making him the first British cyclist to win the prestigious race. Wiggins is also a five-time Olympic gold medalist and has won numerous World Championships, both on the track and on the road. He started his career on the track, where he specialized in individual pursuit and team pursuit, and transitioned to road racing later in his career. Wiggins was knighted in 2013 for services to cycling.
5 Interesting Facts about Bradley Wiggins
1. Bradley Wiggins was the first British cyclist to win the Tour de France in 2012.
2. He has won a total of five Olympic gold medals, spanning both track and road cycling events.
3. Wiggins was awarded a knighthood in 2013 for his contributions to cycling.
4. He has published several books, including his autobiography “In Pursuit of Glory.”
5. Wiggins has a tattoo of the Olympic rings on his wrist, symbolizing his dedication to the sport.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bradley Wiggins
1. “You have to ride it like you stole it.”
2. “The more you suffer, the more it shows you really care.”
3. “I never thought I would win the Tour de France, and certainly not in the style that I did.”
4. “Cycling is not a big deal in the grand scheme of things. It’s just a bike race.”
5. “It’s about more than just winning; it’s about how you win.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Bradley Wiggins is estimated to be around £13 million.
Children
Bradley Wiggins has two children with his wife Catherine. Their names are Ben and Isabella.
Relevant Links
1. [Bradley Wiggins – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bradley_Wiggins
2. [Tour de France 2012 – Official Site](https://www.letour.fr/en/
3. [Olympic Records – Bradley Wiggins](https://www.olympic.org/bradley-wiggins
4. [BBC Sport – Bradley Wiggins](https://www.bbc.com/sport/cycling/16717582
5. [Bradley Wiggins Foundation](http://www.bradleywigginsfoundation.org/
