1973 53 years ago Notable Births June 29

George Hincapie, American cyclist

On June 29, in the year 1973, George Hincapie, American cyclist. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of June 29, a notable event in this corner of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including George Hincapie. Learn more below.

George Anthony Hincapie is an American former racing cyclist, who competed professionally between 1994 and 2012. Hincapie was a key domestique of Lance Armstrong. Hincapie was also a domestique for Alberto Contador in 2007 and for Cadel Evans in 2011, when both men won the Tour de France. He was the owner and general manager of UCI Professional Continental team Hincapie–Leomo p/b BMC until it folded at the end of the 2020 season. In 2025, Hincapie formed Modern Adventure Pro Cycling alongside his brother Richard.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on June 29, 1973 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 3 June 2026.

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George Hincapie

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