
Tour de France Performance Analysis

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Jackson Turner
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary benefit of drafting in a peloton during flat stages of the Tour de France?
It provides a psychological advantage over competitors.
It ensures that all team members finish at the same time.
It helps cyclists conserve energy by reducing wind resistance.
It allows cyclists to increase their speed significantly.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why was the Tour de France originally created?
To showcase the scenic routes of France.
To increase sales of the sports newspaper L'Auto.
To promote cycling as a sport in France.
To establish a new international cycling competition.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the Tourmalet in the history of the Tour de France?
It was the final stage of the race.
It was the first major climb introduced to the race.
It was the longest flat stage in the race.
It was the first stage of the race.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does drafting affect a cyclist's power output in a peloton?
It has no effect on power output.
It decreases the power output required to maintain speed.
It increases the power output required to maintain speed.
It doubles the power output required.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to the peloton when the race reaches uphill climbs?
The peloton slows down and riders rely more on individual strength.
The peloton maintains the same speed as on flat stages.
The peloton disbands and riders stop racing.
The peloton speeds up significantly.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During the 2010 Tourmalet climb, what was notable about Chris Anker Sorensen's performance?
He set a new speed record for the climb.
He maintained a high power output, leading the peloton.
He was the first to reach the summit.
He won the overall Tour de France that year.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What strategy do top riders like Andy Schleck and Alberto Contador use during mountain stages?
They rely on drafting to conserve energy.
They break away from the peloton to gain an advantage.
They focus on team coordination to win.
They slow down to save energy for later stages.
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