Points classification
The points classification is a secondary award category in road bicycle racing. Points are given for high finishes and, in some cases, for winning sprints at certain places along the route, most often called intermediate sprints. The points classification is the top prize for many cycling sprinters and is often known as the sprint classification; however, in some stage races these classifications are based on different criteria.
The points classification is arguably the second most important title and cycling jersey to win at a cycling stage race behind the general classification, which is the winner of the event by overall time.
Points classification winners of the Grand Tours
Career triples
Winning the points classification in each of the three Grand Tours during a cyclist's career is a significant accomplishment. The Tour/Giro/Vuelta triple has been achieved by five riders:[1]
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Natural doubles
Winning the points classification in two Grand Tours in a single year is a rare feat.
The Tour/Giro double has been achieved by one rider:
The Giro/Vuelta double has been achieved by one rider:
The Tour/Vuelta double has been achieved by four riders:
- Rudi Altig (1962)
- Jan Janssen (1967)
- Sean Kelly (1985)
- Laurent Jalabert (1995)
Most points jerseys (Grand Tours)
- 9: Erik Zabel -
- 8: Sean Kelly -
- 7: Laurent Jalabert -
- 7: Peter Sagan -
- 6: Eddy Merckx -
- 5: Djamolidine Abdoujaparov -
- 5: Jan Janssen -
Winners by year
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See also
References
- "Results Grand Tours". Cycling Hall of Fame. Retrieved 28 May 2012.
- "Erik Zabel admits to 'doping for many years' and resigns from PCC". Press Association. Retrieved 5 August 2013.
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