Greg LeMond, an iconic figure in the world of professional cycling, is renowned for his remarkable achievements and enduring legacy in the sport. Born on June 26, 1961, in Lakewood, California, LeMond’s passion for cycling ignited at a young age, propelling him towards an illustrious career marked by triumphs, setbacks, and unparalleled determination. As the first American to win the prestigious Tour de France in 1986, LeMond carved his name into the annals of cycling history, inspiring generations of athletes with his unparalleled grit and resilience.
Throughout his career, Greg LeMond demonstrated a relentless pursuit of excellence, pushing the boundaries of human endurance and redefining the sport of cycling. From overcoming life-threatening injuries to clinching multiple Tour de France victories, LeMond’s journey serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and unwavering dedication. Beyond his athletic prowess, LeMond’s outspoken advocacy for clean cycling and commitment to integrity have left an indelible mark on the sport, earning him the admiration and respect of fans worldwide. In this compilation of Greg LeMond quotes, we delve into the wisdom and insights of a true cycling legend, offering inspiration and motivation for all who seek to chase their dreams with passion and determination.
Racing is a very selfish, self-centred, self-glorifying thing. My wife’s life for 14 years was centered around me. It was all about me. It was all for my ego. Greg LeMond
Sincere apologies are for those that make them, not for those to whom they are made. Sincere apologies are for those that make them, not for those to whom they are made. Greg LeMond
You don’t suffer, kill yourself and take the risks I take just for money. I love bike racing. Greg LeMond
If people really want to clean the sport of cycling up, all you have to do is put your money where your mouth is. Greg LeMond
There are few things that you can’t do as long as you are willing to apply yourself. Greg LeMond
I used to trapshoot. I was actually a junior national champion. My parents are trapshooters, so I’m more into target stuff. Greg LeMond
Testing, we will never do enough of it. Greg LeMond
I know too that we Americans like to think of ourselves as cleaner than clean, a healthy nation who would never take anything when a recent poll suggested that 65 per cent of the population would risk dying in 10 years if they would be guaranteed Olympic gold. Greg LeMond
There are so many people who have died of cycling, and that didn’t happen when I was racing. Greg LeMond
Seattle is very similar to Minneapolis. I like the culture; I like the people. I raced a bike and won a national championship on Lake Washington in 1977, so I’ve had a connection there for a long time. Greg LeMond
I’m more optimistic about cycling right now than I’ve ever been. Greg LeMond
I love downtown Seattle. It’s a city that has all of the outdoor activities and is still a very cosmopolitan city. Greg LeMond
I know I’ll never feel that sensation of racing and winning again and that took a while to get used to. The Tour was a race I never thought I could lose. Greg LeMond
I want to tell the world of cycling to please join me in telling Pat McQuaid to resign. I have never seen such an abuse of power in cycling’s history – resign, Pat, if you love cycling. Resign even if you hate the sport. Greg LeMond
More people should apologize, and more people should accept apologies when sincerely made. Greg LeMond
The physical demands of cycling is that it actually lowers your immune system, and you expose yourself to a tremendous amount of elements – so certain people might get a chronic overload and develop, say, bad asthma. Greg LeMond
I know it is possible to win the Tour without taking anything. Greg LeMond
I rode in a nine-day charity ride recently, averaged 43km a day and still finished in the lead group. I’m 38, not quite finished yet. Greg LeMond
I’ve always thought that travelling every day as a journalist on the Tour’s got to be harder than actually racing. Greg LeMond
Even good people are obliged to deceive. Greg LeMond
I have always struggled to achieve excellence. One thing that cycling has taught me is that if you can achieve something without a struggle it’s not going to be satisfying. Greg LeMond
I guess I’m a semi-retired person. I work out of my house. I’m a skier in the winter – downhill and cross country. I have a place in Montana for the down-hilling. Greg LeMond
Perhaps the single most important element in mastering the techniques and tactics of racing is experience. But once you have the fundamentals, acquiring the experience is a matter of time. Greg LeMond
It is cycling as a professional sport that represents the problem. It can transform someone into a liar. Greg LeMond
