André Auffray

French cyclist (1884–1953) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

André Auffray (born Alexandre Offray; 2 September 1884 – 3 November 1953) was a French racing cyclist.[1] At the 1908 Olympics he won a gold medal in the tandem, together with Maurice Schilles, and a bronze in the 5000 m event; he also competed in the individual sprint and in the 1,980 yard team pursuit. In sprint events, he won the Paris championships in 1907, placing third in 1908 and 1909, and placed second at the world championships.[2][3]

Born2 September 1884
Saumur, France
Died3 November 1953 (aged 69)
Paris, France
ClubVelo Club de Levallois, Levallois-Perret
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André Auffray
Auffray at the 1910 Bordeaux-Paris race
Personal information
Born2 September 1884
Saumur, France
Died3 November 1953 (aged 69)
Paris, France
Sport
SportTrack cycling
ClubVelo Club de Levallois, Levallois-Perret
Medal record
Representing  France
Olympic Games
Gold medal – first place1908 LondonTandem
Bronze medal – third place1908 London5000 m
UCI Track Cycling World Championships
Silver medal – second place1907 ParisSprint, amateur
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