11 Facts About Hugo Houle

1.

Hugo Houle was born on 27 September 1990 and is a Canadian professional cyclist, who rides for UCI WorldTeam Israel–Premier Tech.

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Hugo Houle became acquainted with former professional cyclist Louis Garneau, who provided him with a team and equipment.

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3.

Between 2008 and 2010, Hugo Houle combined cycling with completing a college degree in Quebec.

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4.

Whilst at SpiderTech–C10, Hugo Houle won the general classification of the Tour de Quebec as well as a stage.

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5.

Hugo Houle finished third in the Canadian National Time Trial Championships in 2012, as well as finishing fourth at the under-23 road race at the 2012 UCI Road World Championships.

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6.

SpiderTech–C10 disbanded at the end of the 2012 season, and Hugo Houle moved to French professional team Ag2r–La Mondiale.

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7.

Hugo Houle won the time trial at the Pan American Games and the Canadian National Time Trial Championships in 2015.

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8.

In 2018, Hugo Houle signed for Astana, becoming the first Canadian to sign for the team.

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9.

Hugo Houle then followed this up with second place overall, behind Andreas Leknessund, at the Arctic Race of Norway.

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10.

Since then, Hugo Houle has contributed to Operation Nez Rouge, a charity which aims to stop drink-driving on the roads.

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11.

Hugo Houle dedicated his win in Stage 16 of the 2022 Tour de France to his brother.

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