History of Quinn Simmons in Timeline

Quinn Simmons is a professional American road cyclist. He currently competes for the UCI WorldTeam Lidl–Trek. Known for his aggressive racing style and powerful physique, Simmons has quickly risen through the ranks of professional cycling. He has secured notable victories and is considered a promising talent in the sport.

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May 8, 2001: Quinn Simmons Born

On May 8, 2001, Quinn Simmons, an American road cyclist who currently rides for UCI WorldTeam Lidl–Trek, was born.

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2017: Bronze Medal at World Championships

In 2017, Quinn Simmons won the bronze medal in the cadet category at the World Championships for ski mountaineering.

2018: US Junior National Champion

In 2018, Quinn Simmons won the US junior national road race and time trial championships.

2019: World Junior Road Race Champion

In 2019, Quinn Simmons won the world junior road race championships after switching to road cycling.

September 30, 2020: Suspension from Trek–Segafredo

On September 30, 2020, Quinn Simmons was suspended by Trek–Segafredo for using a black hand emoji in response to an anti-Trump tweet. This action was deemed racially insensitive. He was later reinstated in November after an apology.

July 22, 2021: First Professional Victory

On July 22, 2021, Quinn Simmons achieved his first professional victory on Stage 3 of the Tour de Wallonie, also taking the overall lead in the race.

2021: Grand Tour Debut

In 2021, Quinn Simmons made his Grand Tour debut in the Vuelta a España, participating in breakaways on stages 16 and later, finishing third in a sprint on another stage behind Rui Oliveira and Magnus Cort.

2022: Tour de Suisse KOM Jersey

In 2022, Quinn Simmons dominated the mountains classification in the Tour de Suisse, claiming the KOM jersey. He faced challenges such as a COVID outbreak affecting the race and running out of water during stage 6, but he persevered to claim the jersey.

2022: Strade Bianche and Tirreno–Adriatico

In 2022, Quinn Simmons finished seventh in Strade Bianche. Later, racing Tirreno–Adriatico, he took the lead in the mountains classification (the green jersey) and defended it for the rest of the race.

2022: 2022 Tour de France

In 2022, Quinn Simmons participated in the Tour de France. On stage 3, he faced a penalty for rejoining his team off-road. On stage 6, he was in a breakaway with Wout van Aert. He was named Most Combative Rider on stage 19 after working hard for his team.