Bernard Hinault Quotes & Sayings

I have the impression that cycling is no longer a game but rather an employment ... a job. — Bernard Hinault

I race to win, not to please people. — Bernard Hinault

When I see pot-bellied cyclists wearing the 'maillot jaune,' it appals me. — Bernard Hinault

Cycling is open to the whole world. — Bernard Hinault

I may, however, begin riding again when I am 60. — Bernard Hinault

Illegal drug use runs contrary to the image of health depicted by cycling. Distributors of these drugs must be prosecuted more harshly as they are ciminals. — Bernard Hinault

He has a head, two arms, two legs, just as I. — Bernard Hinault

I believe there are two periods in life, one for the bike, the other for becoming active on one's work. — Bernard Hinault

I slept like a baby the night before, because I knew that I'd win the next day. — Bernard Hinault

As long as I breathe, I attack. — Bernard Hinault

I have contacts with the Tour de France which keep me close to cycling. — Bernard Hinault

There's a terrible delight in watching a rival sink without a trace — Bernard Hinault

Everyday there's something that reminds me why I love this sport. — Bernard Hinault

As long as I live and breathe, I attack — Bernard Hinault

I am working as public relations director for the Tour de France and maintaining my farm. — Bernard Hinault