Having looked at the records for leading the general classification, it only feels right to move onto points classifications (you can seen where the next few posts are going...) Traditionally known as the "sprinters competition", the points competition was originally the general classification at the Tour de France, which from 1905 to 1912 was decided... Continue Reading →
Grand Tour Records – General Classification Leadership
Leading a Grand Tour can make a riders career in more ways than one. Sure, there's the actual progression onto winning them, but for those riders who can't challenge for overall victory, a few days in a leader's jersey can bestow status, respect and admiration, as well as build recognition that can help with contracts... Continue Reading →