Eddy Merckx marked his 80th birthday surrounded by family, following five days of public celebrations including an audience with the King of Belgium. While social media buzzed with tributes and memories, Merckx opted for a quiet day, highlighting his pragmatic nature amidst the festivities. Recovering from a hip replacement, he joked about his age, showing both humility and resilience. Despite physical setbacks, former teammates noted his enduring spirit and love for cycling, although they acknowledged the need for more measured rides as age progresses.
I have an appointment with the osteopath in the morning. And then I'll take it easy. The dinner with the family is already behind us. Tuesday is a work day, right? All the children and grandchildren are at work or doing school exams. Life goes on.
Take a metre and cut off eighty centimetres... Then there's not much left, right. Eddy is still combative. That fire is still there. But at our age, we shouldn't ride too fast or too far.
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