Conversation so far:
When did Eddy first compete in cycling?
In summer 1961, Merckx bought his first racing license and competed in his first official race a month after he turned sixteen.
When did he win his first race?
at Petit-Enghien, on 1 October 1961.
Who was his coach initially?
In the winter following his first victory, he trained with former racer Felicien Vervaecke at the local velodrome.
When did he start competing professionally?
Merckx was selected for the men's road race at the 1964 Summer Olympics, where he finished in twelfth position.
What were his parents occupations?
CANNOTANSWER.

Question: What other sports did he play?
Self-contained rewrite: What other sports did Eddy Merckx play besides cycling?