Athletes who died on May 19

Take a focused look at the athletes who passed away on May 19. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

  • Luis Ocaña
    1994 Luis Ocaña

    Luis Ocaña was a prominent Spanish professional cyclist who won the Tour de France in 1973 and was known for his fierce and aggressive...

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