mypinholepinups:“Cyclist Willy Arend had a long career as a professional in Germany, racing fr
mypinholepinups:“Cyclist Willy Arend had a long career as a professional in Germany, racing from 1896 through 1923. He was World Champion in the sprint in 1897 and runner-up in 1903. Arend was first German sprint champion in 1896, repeating in 1897 and then again, 24 years later, in 1921. He raced six-days later in his career winning at Kiel and Bremen in 1910. Arend also won European Championships in the 10 km track race in 1897, 1898, and 1901.” Olympedia Aesthetes and Athletes. Paul Richer as a professor of artistic anatomy photographed many French and visiting athletes to further his studies. Many were appearing at the 1900 Paris Olympics. -- source link