Cycling enthusiasts are fortunate in a unique way.
Undoubtedly, the sport can be challenging to support as it evolves, with races changing and traditions shifting. Nostalgic fans often lament that the sport doesn’t resemble its past, and teams come and go like fleeting desert streams. Despite its merits, cycling faces criticism from outsiders, questioning the attire and raising concerns about doping scandals. It can be frustrating at times to be a cycling fan.
However, amid its strengths, cycling proudly identifies its greatest hero without hesitation: Eddy Merckx. His legendary status remains unchallenged, making him the benchmark for all riders past and present. Referring to a new talent as “the next Merckx” is common among fans, but truly comparing someone to Merckx is considered sacrilegious in the cycling community.
Do you realize how unique this is? …
Setting sports aside, how many other endeavors have such an iron-clad GOAT, as the kidz say? …
Merckx Can Never Be Matched
Cycling greatness can sometimes be in the eyes of the beholder (don’t get me started on Pippo Pozzato’s smooth pedaling stroke), …
And whatever set of records you look at, one name dominates the list.
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But whether his looming presence will have company … that is a question for the Ages.
