Alejandro Valverde

Alejandro Valverde, born on April 25, 1980, is a distinguished Spanish cyclist who has made a significant mark in the world of road bicycle racing. His professional career spanned from 2002 to 2010 and again from 2012 to 2022, during which he amassed an impressive total of one hundred thirty-three professional victories. Valverde's prowess on the bike is highlighted by his remarkable wins in prestigious events such as the Vuelta a España in 2009 and the Critérium du Dauphiné in both 2008 and 2009.

In addition to his road racing achievements, Valverde has transitioned to gravel cycling, currently competing for the Movistar Team Gravel Squad. His expertise in the sport has led him to take on the role of coach for the men's Spanish national team since March 2025, where he continues to influence the next generation of cyclists.

Throughout his illustrious career, Valverde has excelled in various competitions, securing victories in the Tour of the Basque Country in 2017, the Volta a Catalunya in 2009, 2017, and 2018, as well as multiple wins in Liège–Bastogne–Liège and La Flèche Wallonne. Notably, he holds the record for the most medals won at World Championships, with two silver medals in 2003 and 2005, and four bronze medals in 2006, 2012, 2013, and 2014.

Valverde's remarkable consistency is evident in his participation in thirty-two Grand Tours, where he finished twenty-seven and placed in the top ten of the general classification on twenty occasions. His versatility as a cyclist is rare, combining strengths as a climbing specialist, sprinter, and time-trialist. The online database Cycling Ranking recognizes him as the second most successful cyclist of all time, a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to the sport.