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The riders are in the neutralised zone, and will be racing for real in about a quarter of an hour.
The star name on the startlist is Jonas Vingegaard. With an exceptional record in stage races and strong team built around him, he’ll be seen as the man to beat, although his form is unknown having had to delay the start of his season, and he’s never before managed to win the yellow jersey at Paris-Nice.
Despite the name of the race, proceedings are not kicking off in Paris exactly, but rather Achères, about 25km to the north-west of the capital. From there they will travel in a north-westernly direction, before looping back via a series of punchy hills for a finish at Carrières-sous-Poissy.
After the thrills and spills of yesterday’s Strade Bianche, it’s time for another of the early season staples: Paris-Nice. Since 1933 this race has heralded a transition towards the springtime, and continues that tradition once more this year.
Bonjour and welcome to stage one of the 2026 Paris-Nice!
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