The jerseys - 57
ITEM N° 232
PAUWELS Eddy (B)
(02.05.1935 – 06.03.2017)
His "Wiel’s-Groene Leeuw" team jersey worn at the 1963 Tour de France
Born on 2 May 1935 in Bornem, in the province of Antwerp, and died on 6 March 2017 in the same town, Eddy Pauwels was a Belgian professional cyclist from 1958 to 1966. An all-rounder with an attacking style, he particularly excelled in stage races and on the roads of the Tour de France.
His list of achievements includes, notably, four stage wins in the Tour de France: two in 1961, one in 1962 and one in 1963. He also wore the yellow jersey on several occasions and was awarded the Fierce Fighter prize at the 1962 Tour. He took part in seven editions of the Tour de France, finishing ninth in 1961, tenth in 1962 and thirteenth in 1963.
This item is a jersey from the Wiel’s-Groene Leeuw team worn by Eddy Pauwels during the 1963 Tour de France.
The 1963 Tour de France took place from 23 June to 14 July. Eddy Pauwels won the first stage between Nogent-sur-Marne and Épernay, covering a distance of 152.5 kilometres. This victory enabled him to don the yellow jersey from the very first day of racing. He ultimately finished thirteenth in the general classification.
This jersey links one of Eddy Pauwels’ finest performances in the Tour de France to an iconic Belgian team of his era. The rider’s handwritten dedication and signature further enhance the historical and personal value of this item.
On display in the Virtual Cycling Museum – Noël GREGOIRE Collections, this item preserves the memory of Eddy Pauwels’ victory in the first stage of the 1963 Tour de France. The autographed jersey and the photograph of the rider in competition make it a personal and particularly well-documented account.
ITEM N° 236
PEERS Chris (B)
(03.03.1970)
His yellow jersey as winner of the 2001 Circuit Franco-Belge
Born on 3 March 1970 in Deinze, East Flanders, Chris Peers is a Belgian cyclist who turned professional in 1992 and retired in 2004. A specialist in the classics and Flemish races, he stood out for his consistency on difficult routes and cobbled sections.
He had an excellent 2001 season, finishing sixth in the Tour of Flanders, ninth in Paris–Roubaix, tenth in the Amstel Gold Race and second in the Grand Prix d’Isbergues. He also won the first stage and the overall classification of the Circuit Franco-Belge.
This item is the yellow jersey worn by Chris Peers as leader and winner of the 2001 Circuit Franco-Belge. Yellow and white in colour, it features the KIA Motors logos.
The 2001 Circuit Franco-Belge took place from 27 to 30 September. Chris Peers won the first stage before retaining the lead throughout the race until the final finish. He claimed victory in the general classification ahead of the Frenchman Jacky Durand.
This victory was the highlight of Chris Peers’ professional career. The jersey on display thus links a Belgian rider who excelled in the classics with a historic race held on the roads of Belgium.
On display in the Virtual Cycling Museum – Noël GREGOIRE Collections, this item commemorates Chris Peers’ victory in the 2001 Circuit Franco-Belge and bears witness to one of the finest seasons of his career.
ITEM N° 477
PELIER Joël (F)
(23.03.1962)
His official leader’s jersey in the overall classification – 1986 Tour de France
Born on 23 March 1962 in Valentigney, in the Doubs department, Joël Pelier is a French cyclist who turned professional between 1985 and 1990. An attacking rider and particularly courageous, he stood out for his attacking style and his ability to sustain long breakaways.
His list of achievements includes, notably, the Grand Prix de l’UC Bessèges and a stage of Paris–Nice in 1985, the Grand Prix d’Aix-en-Provence in 1986, as well as several victories in stage races. His most significant victory remains the sixth stage of the 1989 Tour de France, won at Futuroscope following a long solo breakaway. He competed in four Tours de France, in 1985, 1986, 1988 and 1989.
This item is a ceremonial jersey presented to Joël Pelier when he topped the combined classification during the 1986 Tour de France. This secondary classification recognises the most well-rounded riders, taking into account their positions in several of the race’s classifications.
Joël Pelier was one of the key riders in the early stages of the 1986 Tour and temporarily took the lead in the combined classification. Exhausted after the gruelling stage finishing at the Col du Granon, he was forced to withdraw from the race before it ended. The final combined classification was won by Greg LeMond.
On display in the Virtual Cycling Museum – Noël GREGOIRE Collections, this item preserves the memory of Joël Pelier’s remarkable participation in the 1986 Tour de France. The official jersey, the photograph of the rider and his handwritten account make this a personal and particularly well-documented collection.
