American cyclists have been at the forefront of the cycling world, especially the
Tour de France over the last few decades. It was on this day all the way back in 1986 though, that
Greg LeMond claimed the first Maillot Jaune for the United States.
After a fierce battle with his La Vie Claire teammate
Bernard Hinault, in one of the most iconic and historic editions of the Tour de France, LeMond's victory was assured on the 26th of July 1986. It was stage 22 of 23 in that year, with Guido Bontempi taking victory ahead of Frank Hoste. Notably in fourth on the stage was Adrie van der Poel, father of modern-day superstar, Mathieu van der Poel.