Brouch, Mersch, Luxembourg 09.11.2025
Source: https://www.facebook.com/velosfrenngustybruch
The name “Velosfrenn Gusty Bruch” is associated with both a Luxembourgish cyclist named Gusty Bausch (not “Bruch”) and a cycling club named after him.
Here is a breakdown of the history:
- Gusty Bausch (The Cyclist):
- Born in 1980 in Brouch, Luxembourg.
- He is a highly successful cyclo-cross specialist.
- His major victories include winning the Luxembourg National Cyclo-cross Championship five times (2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, and 2012).
- He rode for several clubs throughout his career, including VS Dommeldange, VC Diekirch, and LC Kayl, before joining and ultimately being associated with Velosfrënn Gusty Bruch.
- Velosfrënn Gusty Bruch (The Club):
- The name “Velosfrënn” translates to “Bicycle Friends.”
- The club, established in Brouch, was reportedly created for Gusty Bausch later in his career and he was a member of its committee after retiring from professional competition.
- It is listed as an officially registered association (ASBL/Asbl) in Luxembourg and is affiliated with the Fédération du Sport Cycliste Luxembourgeois (FSCL).
- Gusty Bausch’s last competitive years (2016-2020) are listed as being with the team/club Velosfrënn Gusty Bruch.
In summary, the history of Velosfrënn Gusty Bruch is the story of a Luxembourgish cyclo-cross club that was founded and named to support the career of the multiple national champion, Gusty Bausch.
