An estimated 800,000 cycling fans are expected to gather in Florence, Italy, for the Grand Depart of the Tour de France, the first time Italy has hosted the start of the race in its 121-year history.
The event pays tribute to historical Italian cyclists like Gino Bartali, Ottavio Bottecchia, and Gastone Nencini, who brought prestige to Italy in the world of cycling, showcasing a unique era in cycling history.
The Tour peloton will pass in front of the Gino Bartali museum in Ponte a Ema, where the two-time Tour de France winner was born, adding to the significance and historical reverence of the event.
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