Eddy Merckx, born on June 17, 1945, in Meensel-Kiezegem, Belgium, is a former professional cyclist and businessman. Known for his remarkable achievements, he is considered the greatest male cyclist in history due to his numerous victories. Merckx won the Tour de France and Giro d’Italia five times each, as well as the Vuelta a España once. He excelled in various cycling disciplines, including classics, stage races, and sprints, earning the nickname 'The Cannibal' for his competitive spirit. With over 530 career wins, he remains a cycling legend.
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Meaning of the name - Eddy
Rich in meaning, the name Eddy originates from the word "Eadgar" which means "wealthy spearman" or "prosperous warrior" in Old English. It can also be linked to the word "eddy", referring to a swirling current of water, implying a sense of movement and energy.
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Eddy Merckx belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Meensel-Kiezegem
Occupation: sport cyclist
Children: Axel Merckx
Awards Received: Brusseleir vè’t Leive | honorary doctorate of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel | Officer of the Order of Leopold II | Knight of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic | Marca Leyenda | Knight of the Legion of Honour | Commander of the Legion of Honour | Belgian National Sports Merit Award | Mendrisio d'or
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Ephemeris for June 17, 1945
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on June 17, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for June 17, 2024 |
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| Sun | 26 Gemini 7 | 26 Gemini 59 | 11 Virgo 47 |
| Moon | 27 Virgo 31 | 5 Scorpio 12 | 20 Leo 2 |
| Mercury | 28 Gemini 15 | 0 Cancer 43 | 23 Leo 58 |
| Venus | 10 Taurus 37 | 0 Cancer 33 | 6 Leo 6 |
| Mars | 4 Taurus 35 | 6 Taurus 18 | 28 Gemini 6 |
| Jupiter | 19 Virgo 2 | 5 Gemini 16 | 2 Libra 1 |
| Saturn | 12 Cancer 16 | 19 Pisces 13 | 21 Cancer 54 |
| Uranus | 14 Gemini 2 | 25 Taurus 6 | 17 Gemini 19 |
| Neptune | 3 Libra 40 | 29 Pisces 52 | 5 Libra 17 |
| Pluto | 8 Leo 37 | 1 Aquarius 38 | 10 Leo 48 |
| Rahu | 9 Cancer 55 | 11 Aries 56 | 5 Cancer 44 |
| Ketu | 9 Capricorn 55 | 11 Libra 56 | 5 Capricorn 44 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.Eddy Merckx's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Saturn opposition Jupiter
Exact: 20 February, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Moon
Exact: 02 March, 2025 - Saturn opposition Moon
Exact: 01 May, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Sun
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Mercury
Exact: 31 May, 2025 - Mars conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Rahu
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Ketu
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Saturn
Exact: 09 August, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 09 August, 2025 - Saturn opposition Moon
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Mars opposition Mars
Exact: 28 September, 2025 - Mars opposition Venus
Exact: 08 October, 2025 - Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 17 November, 2025
