Tour de France 2001 standings: results (general classification)

The 2001 Tour de France was the 88th edition of the prestigious cycling race and took place from July 7 to July 29, 2001. The race covered a total distance of approximately 3,630 kilometers (2,255 miles) and consisted of 20 stages, including prologue and individual time trials.

Here are some key highlights and notable events from the 2001 Tour de France:

1. Route: The race started in Dunkirk and concluded on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. The route included mountain stages, individual time trials, and flat stages, providing a challenging mix for the riders.
2. Race Favorites: Heading into the 2001 Tour, some of the notable contenders included Lance Armstrong, who was aiming for his third consecutive Tour de France victory, and Jan Ullrich, a previous Tour winner and strong competitor.
3. Lance Armstrong’s Dominance: Lance Armstrong, riding for the U.S. Postal Service team, asserted his dominance once again. He won four individual stages, including the two crucial time trials. His performance in the mountain stages was also impressive, solidifying his lead.
4. Final Standings: In the end, Lance Armstrong secured his third consecutive Tour de France victory, finishing ahead of Jan Ullrich, who claimed the second position.
5. Doping Allegations: It’s worth noting that the 2001 Tour de France later became subject to scrutiny due to doping allegations. In 2012, the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) stripped Lance Armstrong of his seven Tour de France titles, including his victories in 2001, after he chose not to contest the doping charges brought against him.

While the 2001 Tour de France showcased Armstrong’s dominance on the road, it is also remembered for the subsequent revelations and controversies surrounding doping in professional cycling.

Yellow Jersey, Green Jersey, Polka Dot Jersey and White Jersey

The jerseys awarded in the 2001 Tour de France were as follows:

Yellow Jersey (Maillot Jaune – General Classification): Lance Armstrong won the yellow jersey, signifying the overall leader in the general classification (LATER NULLIFIED).

Green Jersey (Maillot Vert – Points Classification): Erik Zabel of Germany won the green jersey, awarded to the rider who accumulates the most points in sprint stages and intermediate sprints.

Polka Dot Jersey (Maillot à Pois Rouges – King of the Mountains Classification): Laurent Jalabert of France won the polka dot jersey, given to the best climber in the mountains classification.

White Jersey (Maillot Blanc – Best Young Rider Classification): Óscar Sevilla of Spain won the white jersey, awarded to the best-placed rider under the age of 25 in the general classification.

Overall Ranking in the 2001 Tour de France:

The overall ranking (General Classification) of the top riders in the 2001 Tour de France was:

1. Lance Armstrong (United States) – U.S. Postal Service (LATER NULLIFIED)
2. Jan Ullrich (Germany) – Deutsche Telekom
3. Joseba Beloki (Spain) – ONCE
4. Andrei Kivilev (Kazakhstan) – Cofidis
5. Igor Gonzalez de Galdeano (Spain) – ONCE
6. François Simon (France) – Bonjour
7. Oscar Sevilla (Spain) – Kelme-Costa Blanca
8. Santiago Botero (Colombia) – Kelme-Costa Blanca
9. Marcos Antonio Serrano (Spain) – ONCE
10. Michael Boogerd (Netherlands) – Rabobank

Stage Winners of the 2001 Tour de France:

The 2001 Tour de France featured a variety of stage types to challenge the riders and showcase their diverse skills. These various stage types contribute to the overall dynamic of the Tour de France, providing opportunities for different types of riders to shine and making the race both physically and strategically demanding.

These were the stage winners of the 2001 Tour de France:

• Prologue (Individual Time Trial in Dunkirk): Christophe Moreau (France) – Festina–Lotus
• Stage 1: Erik Zabel (Germany) – Team Telekom
• Stage 2: Marc Wauters (Belgium) – Rabobank
• Stage 3: Erik Zabel (Germany) – Team Telekom
• Stage 4: Laurent Jalabert (France) – CSC-Tiscali
• Stage 5: (Team Time Trial) – Crédit Agricole
• Stage 6: Jaan Kirsipuu (Estonia) – Chazal–Vanille et Mûre
• Stage 7: Laurent Jalabert (France) – CSC-Tiscali
• Stage 8: Erik Dekker (Netherlands) – Rabobank
• Stage 9: Serguei Ivanov (Russia) – Fassa Bortolo
• Stage 10: Lance Armstrong (United States) – (LATER DISQUALIFIED)
• Stage 11: Lance Armstrong (United States) – (LATER DISQUALIFIED)
• Stage 12: Félix Cárdenas (Colombia) – Kelme–Costa Blanca
• Stage 13: Lance Armstrong (United States) – (LATER DISQUALIFIED)
• Stage 14: Roberto Laiseka (Spain) – Lotto
• Stage 15: Rik Verbrugghe (Belgium) – CSC-Tiscali
• Stage 16: Jens Voigt (Germany) – GAN
• Stage 17: Serge Baguet (Belgium) – Lotto–Adecco
• Stage 18: Lance Armstrong (United States) – (LATER DISQUALIFIED)
• Stage 19: Erik Zabel (Germany) – Team Telekom
• Stage 20: Ján Svorada (Czech Republic) – Lampre-Daikin

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