Bjarne Riis is a former professional cyclist from Denmark, born on December 3, 1964. He is best known for winning the prestigious Tour de France in 1996, becoming the first Danish cyclist to achieve this feat. Riis was known for his climbing abilities and competitive spirit during his cycling career, which spanned from the late 1980s to the early 2000s. After retiring from cycling, Riis transitioned into team management and became the team manager for Team CSC, a professional cycling team. Under his leadership, the team achieved significant success, including multiple victories in major races. However, his career has also been marred by controversies related to doping allegations.