The Rouleur Quiz 13/6/2014

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1. "You didn't really expect to have a conversation with him, especially at the Tour where he was under all the pressure and the stress. We rode around him and his moods like he was a traffic island." – Chris Froome, in The Climb, on who?

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The correct answer is Bradley Wiggins. The quote suggests that the person being talked about was under a lot of pressure and stress during the Tour, and that they were difficult to have a conversation with. Chris Froome mentions riding around this person's moods, implying that they had to navigate around their unpredictable behavior. Bradley Wiggins, as a professional cyclist, would fit this description as he has participated in multiple Tours de France and has experienced the pressure and stress associated with the race.

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The Rouleur Quiz 13\/6\/2014 explores historical and contemporary aspects of professional cycling. It assesses knowledge on race winners, team sponsors, and key figures in the sport, making it ideal for enthusiasts and learners interested in cycling's competitive domain.

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2. Where were the UCI Road World Championships held when Lance Armstrong took men's elite road race victory in 1993?

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Lance Armstrong won the men's elite road race at the UCI Road World Championships in 1993 in Oslo.

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3. Cervélo is the bicycle sponsor of Garmin-Sharp. Where are the company's headquarters situated?

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Cervélo being the bicycle sponsor of Garmin-Sharp suggests that the company has a close partnership or affiliation with Garmin-Sharp. Since Cervélo is the focus of the question, it is reasonable to assume that the headquarters of the company would be relevant to the partnership. Therefore, the correct answer is Canada.

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4. Who finished as the last-placed rider (lanterne rouge) at the 2013 Tour de France?

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In the 2013 Tour de France, Svein Tuft finished as the last-placed rider, also known as the "lanterne rouge." This means that he had the slowest overall time among all the participants in the race.

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5. What colour is the leader's jersey of the Tour de Suisse?

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The leader's jersey of the Tour de Suisse is yellow. This is a common color used in cycling races to represent the overall leader of the race. The yellow jersey is worn by the cyclist who has the lowest cumulative time in the race so far. It is a symbol of excellence and achievement in the sport of cycling.

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6. Who is the last Frenchman to win the Criterium du Dauphiné?

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Christophe Moreau is the last Frenchman to win the Criterium du Dauphiné. This race is a prestigious cycling event held in France, and Moreau emerged as the victor in 2007. He had a successful career as a professional cyclist, with several notable achievements, including winning the French national road race championship and finishing in the top ten of the Tour de France multiple times. Moreau's victory in the Criterium du Dauphiné showcased his talent and ability to compete at the highest level in the sport.

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7. Earlier this year, Johan Bruyneel was given a ban for his involvement in doping. How long is it?

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Johan Bruyneel was given a ten-year ban for his involvement in doping earlier this year.

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8. The Commonwealth Games were last held in Delhi in 2010. Who was the winner of the men's road race?

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Allan Davis was the winner of the men's road race in the Commonwealth Games held in Delhi in 2010.

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9. Aged 22 when he took victory, who is the youngest Tour de France winner since the Second World War?

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Laurent Fignon is the correct answer because he was the youngest Tour de France winner since the Second World War, winning the race at the age of 22.

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10. Name the climb on which Lance Armstrong was forced to go through a field while descending on stage nine of the 2003 Tour de France to avoid the fallen Joseba Beloki.

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During stage nine of the 2003 Tour de France, Lance Armstrong was forced to go through a field while descending to avoid the fallen Joseba Beloki. The correct answer is Col de la Rochette.

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"You didn't really expect to have a conversation with him, especially...
Where were the UCI Road World Championships held when Lance Armstrong...
Cervélo is the bicycle sponsor of Garmin-Sharp. Where are the...
Who finished as the last-placed rider (lanterne rouge) at the 2013...
What colour is the leader's jersey of the Tour de Suisse?
Who is the last Frenchman to win the Criterium du Dauphiné?
Earlier this year, Johan Bruyneel was given a ban for his involvement...
The Commonwealth Games were last held in Delhi in 2010. Who was the...
Aged 22 when he took victory, who is the youngest Tour de France...
Name the climb on which Lance Armstrong was forced to go through a...
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