When was Henri Cornet born?
Q: When was Henri Cornet born?
A: Henri Cornet was born on August 4, 1884.
Q: How old was he when he raced in the Tour de France?
A: Henri Cornet was 18 years old when he raced in the Tour de France.
Q: What happened during the final stage of the race that forced him to ride with two flat tyres?
A: During the final stage of the race, irate spectators threw nails on the road which forced Henri Cornet to ride with two flat tyres.
Q: How did race officials declare Henri Cornet as winner of 1904 Tour de France?
A: Race officials declared Henri Cornet as winner of 1904 Tour de France in November 1903, when he was 19 years and 3 months old. He is the youngest ever winner.
Q: What were some consequences for other cyclists due to cheating allegations in 1904 Tour de France?
A: The race winner Maurice Garin was suspended from competition for two years (he retired), and second place finisher was banned for life. In all nine cyclists were excluded because of illegal use of cars or trains and all of the stage winners were disqualified because of illegal agreements about allowing people to win.
Q: What success did Henri have after his victory at 1904 Tour de France?
A: After his victory at 1904 Tour de France, Henri never again had any great success in any race. He abandoned 1905 and 1907 Tours but managed 8th place finish in 1908 and competed in his last tour 1912 finishing 28th.
Q: When did Henri die?
A:Henri died on March 18, 1941 at age 56 in Prunay-le-Gillon, Eure-et-Loir
