The time trial is raced in reverse order of the rider's position in the over all time classification, so the Lanterne Rouge (the rider with the highest cumulative time) goes first, and then in descending order until the Yellow Jersey (the rider with the lowest cumulative time) is the last to leave the start gate, the last on the road. Chris Froome has that honor earned by brilliant rides in the mountains, and on every other stage in the Tour. Unlike most professional sports, cycling is the only one that is open and free to the general public, with fans able to get very (sometimes, too) close to the athletes. A favorite for sober and intoxicated fans is to run along side the riders yelling their encouragement and sometimes their abuse. Froome further insured is overall victory by winning this time trial, leaving his rivals scratching their heads on how they can possibly take the Malliot Jaune away. This is an original watercolor and ink postcard that is available for purchase at my artist website. Just follow the direct link at the end of this post to get your piece of art of the 100th Tour de France.
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