The Tour de France has been intrinsically linked to the Champs-Elysees since 1975, following a proposal that drew inspiration from the Giro d’Italia. This iconic finish captures the essence of French culture with its high-end shops and cafes. Historically, the Tour had various finishes, including the velodromes in Paris. Eddy Merckx, after his first defeat to Bernard Thevenet, participated in this memorable finish, which was attended by political figures such as President Valery Giscard d’Estaing, who emphasized the significance of the yellow jersey devoid of commercial logos at that time.
In 1975, the Tour de France's finale moved to the Champs-Elysees, inspired by the Giro d'Italia's circuit race, marking a significant shift in its tradition.
Eddy Merckx faced a defeat by Bernard Thevenet in 1975 after dominating the race; political endorsement by President Giscard highlighted the importance of national pride.
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