Merckx

American

[murks, merks] / mɜrks, mɛrks /

noun

Eddy, born 1945, Belgian cyclist with five victories (1969–72, 1974) in the Tour de France.

Merckx British

/ ˈmɛrks /

noun

Eddy . born 1945, Belgian professional cyclist: five times winner of the Tour de France, including four consecutive victories (1969–72)

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It featured the attempt by all-rounder Merckx to prevent the legendary powerhouse of the time, Belgium's Roger de Vlaeminck, from winning his fourth title.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Tadej Pogacar revealed that he had a chat with Eddy Merckx after winning Il Lombardia for a record-breaking fifth straight time on Saturday, emulating the cycling icon.

From Barron's • Oct. 11, 2025

And so it was that in Saint Vulbas earlier this year, he powered to the line in trademark fashion to beat the long-standing record set by Belgian great Eddy Merckx.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2024

Unlike Merckx, who won a record five Tours, Cavendish, who specializes in the sprints, has never won overall.

From Washington Times • Oct. 4, 2023

Merckx amassed his wins in the 1960s and 70s, an era during which his domination was such that he earned the nickname “The Cannibal.”

From Washington Times • Oct. 4, 2023

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