The opening stage of the Tour de France provides a unique opportunity for sprinters to claim the first maillot jaune, reminiscent of Alexander Kristoff's 2020 victory. Riders will navigate a mostly flat course featuring three category four climbs. These climbs will influence the competition for the first maillot à pois. The concluding kilometers will demand strategic positioning due to sharp corners that can complicate the sprint to the finish, with various teams vying for the forefront positioning to support their respective leaders.
The opening stage of this year's Tour de France marks a rare opportunity for the sprinters to take the first maillot jaune of the race, a feat last witnessed in 2020.
Positioning will be of vital importance in the closing kilometres with several ninety-degree corners, making the run-in to the finish potentially tricky for the peloton.
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