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Andrew Hampsten (Shirus Andrew Hampsten) was born on 7 April, 1962 in Columbus, Ohio, U.S., is an American cyclist. Discover Andrew Hampsten's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 61 years old?
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Shirus Andrew Hampsten |
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61 years old |
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Aries |
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7 April, 1962 |
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7 April |
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Columbus, Ohio, U.S. |
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United States
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He is a member of famous cyclist with the age 61 years old group.
Andrew Hampsten Height, Weight & Measurements
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Who Is Andrew Hampsten's Wife?
His wife is Linda Hampsten
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Linda Hampsten |
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Andrew Hampsten Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Andrew Hampsten worth at the age of 61 years old? Andrew Hampsten’s income source is mostly from being a successful cyclist. He is from United States. We have estimated Andrew Hampsten's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Andrew Hampsten (born April 7, 1962) is an American former professional road bicycle racer who won the 1988 Giro d'Italia and the Alpe d'Huez stage of the 1992 Tour de France.
Andy Hampsten caught the public eye in 1985, when he won stage 20 of the Giro d'Italia.
Between 1986–1994 he finished in the Top 10 of eight Grand Tours.
In his first full season as a pro, 1986, he won the Tour de Suisse and helped his compatriot and team leader Greg LeMond to victory in the Tour de France.
He also finished the Tour de France fourth overall and claimed the white jersey of best young rider.
Hampsten repeated his victory in the 1987 Tour de Suisse, this time for the 7-Eleven Cycling Team.
His greatest moment came in the 1988 Giro d'Italia, on a short stage over the Gavia Pass.
Attacking on the climb Hampsten overcame a severe snowstorm to take the Maglia Rosa, becoming the first American to do so; although he finished second on the stage to Dutchman Erik Breukink, who was considered a main favorite to win the Giro.
The conditions during this stage were among the worst in cycling history.
During and following this stage numerous cyclists abandoned and several had to be loaded into ambulances and taken to the hospital due to hypothermia like symptoms.
After surviving this Gavia Pass stage, Hampsten was able to successfully defend his lead through the rest of the race, becoming the just the 2nd American to win a cycling Grand Tour and the 1st American to win the Giro d'Italia.
During the 1989 Giro d'Italia Hampsten performed at an elite level among the General Classification riders finishing on the podium in 3rd place overall.
He was also among the elite riders for the majority of the 1990 Tour de France.
Hampsten's final highlight came in the 1992 Tour de France when he dropped his breakaway companions to win the stage to Alpe d'Huez.
He again finished the race fourth, having lost his third place to Gianni Bugno in the final time trial.
Hampsten used to live in Grand Forks, North Dakota, and the 40 mi bikeway system there has been dedicated as the "Andy Hampsten Bikeway System."
Hampsten now lives in Tuscany and Boulder, Colorado.
In 1999, Andy Hampsten and his brother Steve started a bicycle company in Seattle, Washington, called Hampsten Cycles.
Andy Hampsten also operates a bicycle touring company in Italy called Cinghiale Cycling Tours.