Théodore Vienne
1864–1921 (age 57)
Biography
Théodore Vienne (1864–1921), a visionary businessperson, helped fashion modern sporting culture by financing the stadiums and organizations that allowed champions of cycling to pursue excellence and drew new audiences to the thrills of the velodrome.
He is remembered at Père Lachaise for the energy he invested in events such as the Paris–Roubaix classic and the arenas that brought Parisian crowds together to witness athletic daring.