Nairo Quintana

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

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Nairo Quintana stands as one of the most accomplished Colombian cyclists in history, with a palmarès that includes two Grand Tour victories and eight Grand Tour stage wins. His ability to excel in the high mountains and his consistency in stage races have earned him a place among the sport's elite. He has been a source of national pride, inspiring a new generation of Colombian riders. His achievements have been recognized with multiple national sports awards, and he holds a special place in the hearts of cycling fans worldwide.

AwardsNairo Quintana has won two Grand Tours, the 2014 Giro d'Italia and the 2016 Vuelta a España. He has also claimed the young rider classification and the mountains classification in the Tour de France, and has multiple stage wins in all three Grand Tours. These victories have earned him numerous national and international honors, including being named Colombian Cyclist of the Year several times.

Honours & Distinctions

Colombian Cyclist of the Year

Colombian Cycling Federation·2013

Recognized for his outstanding season, including his second-place finish in the Tour de France.

Colombian Cyclist of the Year

Colombian Cycling Federation·2014

Honored for winning the Giro d'Italia.

Colombian Cyclist of the Year

Colombian Cycling Federation·2016

Awarded for his Vuelta a España victory.

Records & Feats

First Colombian to win the Giro d'Italia since 1992

Historic First·2014

Quintana's 2014 Giro victory ended a 22-year drought for Colombian cycling.

Most Grand Tour podium finishes by a Colombian

Career Milestone·2016

With two Grand Tour wins and two second-place finishes in the Tour de France, Quintana has the most Grand Tour podiums of any Colombian rider.