maillot jaune

The “Maillot Jaune”: History Of The Tour De France Yellow Jersey

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The 2022 Tour de France is fast approaching. One of the oldest and most iconic multi-stage bike races in the world, the Tour de France has a history stretching back almost 120 years, with the first edition taking place in 1903. However, it’s changed dramatically since then. This year’s edition covers a total distance of … Read more

Ultimate Tour de France Jerseys Guide: Yellow Jersey, Green Jersey, Polka Dot Jersey And More

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The Tour de France has four classification jerseys: the yellow jersey (maillot jaune) for the overall leader on time; the green jersey (maillot vert) for the points/sprint leader; the polka-dot jersey (maillot à pois) for the King of the Mountains; and the white jersey (maillot blanc) for the best young rider under 26. Stage winners … Read more

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