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Tim Krabbe

Tim Krabbe Biography

Journalist

Tim Krabbe, born on April 13, 1943, is a renowned Dutch journalist, primarily known for his coverage of sports, especially cycling.

Tim Krabbe, born on April 13, 1943, is a renowned Dutch journalist, primarily known for his coverage of sports, especially cycling.

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“Nature is an old lady with few friends these days, and those who wish to make use of her charms, she rewards passionately.”

Use Wish Rewards These Days Charm Old Lady Few Friends

Author:Tim Krabbe

“Road racing imitates life, the way it would be without the corruptive influence of civilization. When you see an enemy lying on the ground, what’s your first reaction? To help him to his feet. In road racing, you kick him to death”

Way Firsts Helping Would Be Lying Enemy Feet Influence Civilization Reactions Kicks Racing

Book:The Rider

Source: The Rider

“Racing is licking your opponent's plate clean before starting on your own”

Clean Starting Opponents Racing Plates Licking

Book:The Rider

Source: The Rider

“Every once in a while someone along the road lets us know how far behind we are. A man shouts: ‘Faster!’ He probably thinks bicycle racing is about going fast.”

Thinking Knows Men Behinds Know How Faster Racing Bicycle

Book:The Rider

Source: The Rider

About the Author

Born: April 13, 1943
Known for: Journalist
Quotes: 4

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