Bradley Wiggins Biography: Net Worth, Wikipedia, Age, Children, Instagram, Son, Daughter, Medals

Sir Bradley Wiggins is a retired British professional cyclist, celebrated as one of the most accomplished athletes in cycling history.

Born on April 28, 1980, in Ghent, Belgium, Wiggins made history in 2012 by becoming the first British cyclist to win the prestigious Tour de France. Known for excelling in both road and track cycling, his career is a testament to exceptional talent, perseverance, and versatility.

Profile

• Full name: Sir Bradley Marc Wiggins
• Nickname: Wiggo
• Date of birth: April 28, 1980
• Age: 44 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Ghent, Belgium
• Nationality: British
• Profession: Professional cyclist (road and track)
• Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.90 m)
• Parents: Gary Wiggins (father), Linda Wiggins (mother)
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Cathryn Wiggins
• Children: Ben Wiggins, Isabella Wiggins, and a child from a previous relationship
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: N/A
• Net worth: £3 million

Early Life and Education

Born on April 28, 1980, in Ghent, Belgium, Bradley Wiggins is the son of Australian cyclist Gary Wiggins and British mother Linda Wiggins. After his parents’ divorce, he moved to London with his mother, growing up in a single-parent household. Despite financial challenges and family instability, his mother encouraged his passion for cycling.

Wiggins’ interest in the sport began after watching Chris Boardman win gold at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. This inspired him to start cycling competitively at age 12. He honed his skills at London’s Herne Hill Velodrome and specialized in track events like the Madison and individual pursuit. By age 18, he had already won a world junior title in individual pursuit.

Personal Life

Bradley Wiggins married Cathryn Wiggins in 2010, and the couple shares three children: Ben, Isabella, and a child from a previous relationship. Despite his public athletic career, Wiggins maintains a relatively private family life.

He has been open about his struggles with mental health, describing how the pressures of fame and high-level competition impacted him. Post-retirement, he has become an advocate for mental health awareness among athletes.

Career

Wiggins turned professional in 2001 with the French team Française des Jeux and later joined other prominent teams, including Crédit Agricole and Team Sky. Initially achieving success on the track, he earned multiple world titles and Olympic medals.

• Olympic Debut: Sydney 2000, winning bronze in team pursuit.
• Breakthrough Year: In 2012, Wiggins became the first Briton to win the Tour de France and followed it with a gold medal in the Olympic individual time trial, cementing his legacy.

Over his career, he won eight Olympic medals, including five golds, making him Britain’s most decorated Olympian until Jason Kenny surpassed him. He retired from professional cycling in 2016 and has since pursued various ventures, including social work training.

Awards

• BBC Sports Personality of the Year (2012)
• CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) for services to cycling (2013)
• Olympic Gold Medals (2004, 2008, 2012)
• World Championship Titles in multiple disciplines
• Tour de France Winner (2012)

Net Worth

Sir Bradley Wiggins’ net worth is estimated at £3 million, largely attributed to his cycling career, endorsements, and post-retirement appearances.

Controversy

Wiggins’ career has faced scrutiny, particularly concerning allegations of doping. In 2016, it was revealed that he received a therapeutic use exemption (TUE) for a corticosteroid before major races, including the Tour de France. Critics questioned whether the exemptions were legitimate or used to gain a competitive edge.

The controversy raised concerns about transparency within Team Sky (now Ineos Grenadiers) and cycling ethics as a whole. Wiggins has denied wrongdoing but faced ongoing scrutiny.

Post-retirement, Wiggins has been candid about his struggles with mental health and adapting to life after cycling. In 2023, reports of financial challenges, including potential bankruptcy, emerged due to unsuccessful business ventures.

Social Media

• Twitter: @bradwiggins
• Instagram: N/A

Books

• My Time (2012)
• Icons (2014)