100 year ago today, on September 15, 1919, a campionissimo (champion of champions) was born: Fausto Coppi. He was a cycling icon like no other.

Happy 100th birthday, campionissimo!

Fausto Coppi, 1952 Tour de France winner.
Fausto Coppi, after winning the 1952 Tour de France.
M. Özgür Nevres

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