Georges Paillard

Georges Auguste Paillard Joseph ( born February 12, 1904 in Saint- Gemmes - d'Andigné, † 22 April 1998 in Angers ) was a French cyclist and two-time world champion.

Georges Paillard made ​​his debut as a racing driver at the age of 14 years. In 1920 he started in the Olympic Games in Antwerp in the sprint, but could not place itself. In 1922 he became French champion in the sprint. The following year he won two road race, Paris - Rouen - Dieppe and Le Havre. Subsequently, he was professional and specialized in pacemaker race.

Twice, in 1929 and 1932, was Paillard Stayers World Champion, 1930, he took second place. Six times he was French champion of the pro - stayer. In 1937 he won the Critérium des As.

Georges Paillard also set up some records: On March 29, 1937, he reached a new top speed of 137.404 kilometers per hour, behind motor guide on the velodrome of Montlhery. In 1949, he increased the hour record at 96.480 km.

The velodrome of Noyant la Gravoyère bears the name of Paillard.

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