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unusual facts about cycling race



2006 Paris–Tours

The 2006 edition of the Paris–Tours marked the 100th anniversary on this one-day French semi-classic cycling race held between Paris and Tours held on October 8, 2006.

Giro della Provincia di Grosseto

Giro della Provincia di Grosseto is a three-day cycling race in the Province of Grosseto, Italy.


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1913 Tour of Flanders

The 1913 Tour of Flanders was the 1st edition of the Tour of Flanders single-day cycling race, known as one of the Monument classics.

2011 Paris–Roubaix

The 2011 Paris–Roubaix was the 109th running of the Paris–Roubaix single-day cycling race, often known as the Hell of the North.

Aartselaar

It is known for its 1801 windmill (Heimolen) as well as the cycling race called Memorial Rik Van Steenbergen.

Kemzeke

Eddy Merckx rode his last cycling race in Kemzeke, in which he placed 12th.

Kuurne

It's interesting to note that as well as a big bouquet, the winner of the annual pro cycling race Kuurne–Brussels–Kuurne also receives a soft toy version of 'Ambroos' to wave from the stage.

Loveland Bike Trail

The Tour de Loveland, an annual cycling race named after the Tour de France, was started in the 1990s, to promote the Loveland Bike Trail as the centerpiece of Historic Downtown Loveland.

Schoten

The Grote Scheldeprijs, an annual cycling race taking place in April, starts in Antwerp and finishes in Schoten.

Sombre

The film deals with Jean (Marc Barbé), a serial killer who follows the Tour de France cycling race in his car and murders women (mostly prostitutes) along his way.

Vattenfall Cyclassics

The Vattenfall Cyclassics is an annual one-day pro and amateur cycling race in and around Hamburg.