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Tour de France
The Tour de France is a bicycle race held in France. Bicyclists from all over the world come to compete. Ask questions about the Tour de France path, rules, and records here.
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Who won Le Tour De France 1918?
The 1918 Tour de France was won by Italian cyclist Giovanni Brunero. This edition of the race was notable for being held after World War I, with Brunero securing victory amidst challenging conditions. He completed the race in a total time of 88 hours, 34 minutes, and 39 seconds. Brunero's win marked his first and only Tour de France victory.
What rider has the most Tour de France stage wins without an overall win?
As of October 2023, the rider with the most Tour de France stage wins without ever winning the overall race is Mark Cavendish. The British sprinter has achieved a remarkable number of stage victories, with a total of 34 wins. Despite his exceptional performances in the sprints, he has not secured the yellow jersey as the overall winner of the Tour.
Where did loverboy tour in 1984?
In 1984, Loverboy toured extensively across North America in support of their album "Keep It Up." The tour included stops in major cities such as Los Angeles, New York, and Toronto. They performed at various arenas and concert venues, showcasing their popular hits and energetic stage presence. The tour helped solidify their status as a prominent rock band of the era.
What is the name of the cycling event held every year in France?
There are many cycling events in France every year.
However, the principal event is 'Le Tour de France'. This is the principal road-cycling race event world-wide.
It it is held in the first three weeks of July every year, and lasts three weeks, is divided into 21 stages, has a total distance of about 2500 - 3000 kilometres. It includes, flat plains, hills, Mountains(Alps and Pyranees) , and at least one Time Trail , possibly a Team Time Trial). There are nine riders(cyclists) to a team, and there are about 20 trade teams (not national teams).
The leading rider ( by shortest time), wears a 'Yellow Jersey', during the race, and the overall winner (shortest time) is finally awarded the 'Yellow Jersey'.
Other jersey's awarded are ;-
Polka Dot (King of the Mountains/ best/fastest climber in the mountains).
Green ( Best Sprinter at the end of each stage/
White ( Best yound/most aggressive rider).
Othe cycling events are ;-
Paris - Nice
Paris - Bordeaux,
Paris - Roubaix
Le Tour du Dauphin.
Le Tour de l'Avenir.
To name but a few.
There is a women's corresponding event, run at slightly different dates. (Le Tour Femmes).
It is usually televised world wide!!!!
What is the name of the lion given in the Tour de France?
The lion given in the Tour de France is named "Lionel." This name is a nod to the race's symbol of strength and determination, reflecting the fierce competition among cyclists. The lion also represents the spirit of the tour, embodying the courage and resilience required to compete in such a grueling event.
What is the time in France now?
In 2011, France begins Daylight Saving Time on March 27 - set your clock(s) forwardone hour at 1:00 AM. It ends on October 30 - set your clock(s) back one hour at 2:00 AM.
In most counties in Europe, including France, Daylight Saving Time begins on the last Sunday of March and ends on the last Sunday in October. The clocks move forward one hour in March and back one hour in October.
Future years:
2012: Sunday, March 25, and ends Sunday, October 28, 2012
2013: Sunday, March 31, and ends Sunday, October 27, 2013
2014: Sunday, March 30, and ends Sunday, October 30, 2014
2015: Sunday, March 29, and ends Sunday, October 29, 2015
2016: Sunday, March 27, and ends Sunday, October 27, 2016
When is friction desirable and undesirable in rugby?
Desirable in scrummaging when the two packs form together. Without friction they would slip off which is dangerous. Friction is also desirable when making the tackle. And when sidestepping you need good grip. Undesireable when trying to evade the tackle.
When has tour DE France been cancelled?
The Tour de France was not organised during WWI and from 1940 to 1946 (due to WWII). It resumed in 1947.
What vehicles are involved in tour de France?
Numerous vehicles are used in the Tour de France. Helicopters and motorcycles are used for the TV broadcast. Teams have team cars in which the team managemetn rides while they direct their riders. These cars also have a mechanic, as well as extra bikes and bike parts. The Tour is famous for its caravan of promotional vehicles that preceeds the race well before the riders.
Where in France is the tour de France held?
It is held all over France and has a different route each year. The route now always finishes in Paris and passes through the Alps and the Pyrenees each year.
It is in France
Slightly different from year to year. You've gotta specify the year to get a decent answer.
France, but Stage 1 or Prolouge has started in various other cities/countries in Europe such as London and Monaco.
The route of the Tour de France changes every year. However, it is always designed so as to have its mountain stages held in both the Alps and the Pyrenees, and its last stage will always end on the Champs-Elysees in Paris.
What clothes do they have to wear in the tour de france?
The "daily" winner might not get to wear anything special at all.
There's the Yellow Jersey, for the overall fastest, so if you win the first stage, you get that on stage 2. But the winner of stage 3 is not guaranteed to get the Yellow Jersey, unless his time is good enough to make him the overall fastest. etc etc.
Then there's the green for sprints, and the polka-dot for climbs. but they're also awarded according to overall points.
Means if you ride like a king one day after having really sucked for several stages, you still might not get enough points to be allowed to ride in a points Jersey the next day.
Depends.
There is no jersey for the winner of a stage, which is one day's racing.
But if that win puts you in the overall lead, then you get to wear the yellow jersey the next day.
How much money did the winner of the Tour de France get in 1903?
I believe the match race between Seabiscuit and War Admiral was 'winner take all' $100,000.
Who has the most wins in the tour de France?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tour_de_France
Depends on what you mean by "wins."
Erik Zabel holds the title for most wins in the points classification (6).
Richard Virenque holds the title for the most wins in the King of the Mountains competition (7).
Eddy Merckx holds the record for most Tour de France stage wins (34).
Lance Armstrong held the title for most wins as overall leader (7), but had them taken away as it was discovered that he had been using doping at the time.
The next highest total number of wins - five - is shared between Miguel Indurain, Jacques Anquetil, Bernard Hinault and Eddy Merckx.
Lance Armstrong
Lance Armstrong with 7 victories.
How much money does the tour De France riders make?
The people competing in the TdF are all profesional athletes. Meaning they work for a team, and receive a basic salary from that, depending on how good they are. There can be bonuses for wins.
Most Money comes from sponsorships, and Commercial deals - if you're famous enough to be interesting.
What are the ages of the riders in the 2009 tour de France?
The riders ages range from 21 to 38 years old.
Who was the first Australian to win a stage of the Tour de France?
Philip Grant Anderson was not only the first Australian to wear a yellow jersey in the Tour de France, but was the first non-European to do so.
In 1981, Anderson lead the race during the 117km Saint-Gaudens to Saint-Lary-Soulan stage and came in 10th overall. In 1982, Anderson wore the yellow jersey for 9 days and won the second stage of the Tour.
In 1991, Anderson won the Rennes to Quimper stage of the race.
What is the average speed of the winner in the Tour de France?
Depends.
On the flat, maybe 25 mph, downhill maybe 50, uphill maybe 15.
How many seats are the in the stade de France?
7000-17000 depending on the type of the event. Concerts usually go with 17000.
