List of teams and cyclists in the 1979 Tour de France
In the 1979 Tour de France, the following 15 teams each sent 10 cyclists, for a total of 150:[1][2]
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- La Redoute-Motobecane
- Peugeot-Esso
- Teka
- Fiat-La France
- Ijsboerke-Warncke
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The big favourite was Hinault; not only was he the defending champion, but the large number of time trials made the race especially suited for him.[3] The only cyclist though to be able to seriously challenge Hinault was Zoetemelk, the runner-up of the previous edition.[3]
By rider
Legend |
No. |
Starting number worn by the rider during the Tour |
Pos. |
Position in the general classification |
DNF |
Denotes a rider who did not finish |
References