Harry Reynolds (cyclist)

Reynolds on a bicycle
Personal information
Full name Harry Reynolds
Nickname Balbriggan Flyer
Born (1874-12-14)December 14, 1874
Balbriggan
Died July 16, 1940(1940-07-16) (aged 65)
Team information
Discipline Track
Role Rider

Harry Reynolds (born Balbriggan, Ireland, 14 December 1874, died 16 July 1940), known as the Balbriggan Flyer, was the first Irishman to win the world championship in cycling. He accomplished this at the 1896 ICA Track Cycling World Championships in Copenhagen.[1]

References

  1. "Harry Reynolds The Balbriggan Flyer". Cycling Reports. IrishCYCLING.com. Retrieved 5 Oct 2010.


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