A new page turns!

At the beginning of September, Bernard GAMBADE, founder of TVO announced his departure to the members of the association he founded to devote himself to his many personal activities.

Thanks to Bernard, and the enthusiasts he has rallied around him, the TVO has acquired its letters of nobility over the years. This international international junior cycling race has just completed its 32nd edition with great success and growing recognition beyond our borders. In 2019, only 34 teams have been selected from 55 applicants. This year, the TVO brought together 170 young hopefuls of world cycling, the future champions of tomorrow. of tomorrow. Many of the youngsters who took part in the event have gone on to succeed their way to professional success on the Tours de France, Italy and elsewhere, and are the pride of the entire the organization.

In 1988 that Bernard created the Tour, followed by the TVO association in 1992. This FFC event quickly became popular with junior cyclists (17 / 18 years), and in 2007 became a UCI calendar event. UCI calendar. As early as 2010, to take a step back, Bernard had the next generation. Jean-Marc Vivier, current President, deeply touched by decision, pays tribute to the outstanding Technical Director, the friend, but also the man of courage, perseverance and leadership without whom TVO would not be what it is today.

Bernard, called friendly Gambados by the TVO team, is not letting go of the event event to which he is so attached. He becomes Founding President", and will continue to provide invaluable advice to the Tour's organizers throughout the preparation of this event over several months. He entrusts his position as Technical Jacques NOEL, with whom he has shared so many Tours, memories and memories and sporting adventures.

Thanks Bernard!