The oldest race on the UCI calendar brings the spring classics to a close as the pure climbers and grand tour contenders hit the hills of southern Belgium in Liège-Bastogne-Liège. One of cycling’s five Monuments, the race’s route is littered with long climbs through the wooded countryside of Belgium’s Ardennes region.

Many of cycling’s biggest names have won in Liège, but how many can you name? Take our quiz below to find out. The table will recognise first and second names, or just second names. The missing years are when the race didn’t happen, primarily due to the two World Wars.


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