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Charly Gaul (pronounced [ˈʧaːlɪ ɡaʊ̯l]; born 8 December 1932 – died Luxembourg City 6 December 2005) was a professional cyclist. He was a national cyclo-cross champion an accomplished time triallist and superb climber. His ability earned him the nickname of The Angel of the Mountains in the 1958 Tour de France which he won with four stage victories. He also won the Giro d’Italia in 1956 and 1959. Gaul rode best in cold wet weather.

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