Fausto Coppi was an Italian cyclist who is considered one of the greatest cyclists of all time. He won the Tour de France five times, making him the most successful cyclist in the history of the race. Coppi's career spanned from 1938 to 1959, during which he dominated the sport and won numerous races, including the Giro d'Italia and the Vuelta a España. His rivalry with fellow cyclist Gino Bartali is one of the most legendary in cycling history.