Cadel Evans is a retired professional cyclist from Australia, born on February 11, 1977. He is best known for winning the prestigious Tour de France in 2011, becoming the first Australian to achieve this feat. Throughout his career, Evans competed in various international cycling events and earned numerous accolades, including victories in the UCI Road World Championships. Evans began his cycling career in mountain biking before transitioning to road racing. He rode for several professional teams, including BMC Racing Team, where he had significant success. After retiring in 2015, Evans has remained involved in the cycling community, promoting the sport and inspiring future generations.