Whittle, Jeremy
Ventoux
- ISBN 13:
- 9781471113017
- author:
- Whittle, Jeremy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 2 centimetres (0.25
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Ventoux: A Mountain of Suffering and Sacrifice The French call Mont Ventoux 'the killer mountain', a name that has been earned through the tragic death of Tom Simpson in 1967. This infamous climb has driven riders to near-hysteria, exposing the true character of those who take on its challenge. In his memoir, Jeremy Whittle reveals the little-known history of the Ventoux and tells the story of this monstrous climb. Through revealing conversations with key figures from the world of cycling, including Lance Armstrong, Dave Brailsford, and Eddy Merckx, Whittle details the poignancy of bitter memories, flawed obsessions, and ruthless ambition that have made the Ventoux so feared and infamous. A fascinating insight into the mountain and the current state of pro racing, Jeremy Whittle's memoir is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the world of cycling.