Paris – Nice is a 7 day stage race that takes place early in the season (March) it is considered one of the first “major” stage races of the year. The race starts in northern France and slowly works it’s way to the warm south of France. Because the tour heads towards warmer weather it is also known as “The Tour Of The Sun”.
In 2005 Bobby Julich (Team CSC) rode a very impressive race that was real fun to watch on OLN, Julich came in just 10 seconds ahead of Alejandro Valverde.
Julich On Winning In 2005
“I’m overwhelmed. I don’t quite know how to feel. I’m not the kind of rider who wins races regularly so I’m delighted. I owe this win to the CSC team who worked amazingly for me, to Bjarne Riis, and to my wife who has always been around to support me when I was down.’’ Bobby Julich March 05
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