Romain Gijssels

Paving stone for Romain Gijssels on Avenue Charles Crupelandt in Roubaix

Romain Gijssels (born March 10, 1907 in Denderwindeke , † March 31, 1978 in Paris ) was a Belgian racing cyclist.

He was a professional from 1930 to 1936. In 1931 he won the Tour of Flanders . His most successful year, however, was to be 1932, when he first won the classic Paris – Roubaix and then again the Tour of Flanders. This was followed by victory in the Bordeaux – Paris race .

In 1934 he won the Paris-Belfort race and then took part in the Tour de France , where he finished 2nd on the 19th stage.

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personal data
SURNAME	Gijssels, Romain
BRIEF DESCRIPTION	Belgian cyclist
DATE OF BIRTH	March 10, 1907
PLACE OF BIRTH	Dender winch
DATE OF DEATH	March 31, 1978
Place of death	Paris