France 02 Feb 2025 Class 1.1 – 1 day – Class 1
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Summary of the 2024 race Grand Prix La Marseillaise
The 2024 Grand Prix La Marseillaise was a one-day professional road cycling race held on January 28, 2024, in Marseille, France. It was part of the UCI Europe Tour 2024 in category 1.1 (third level worldwide) and the first event of the Coupe de France de cyclisme sur route 2024.
The race was won by Luxembourg’s Kevin Geniets of the Groupama-FDJ team, who outsprinted France’s Alex Baudin (Decathlon-AG2R La Mondiale) in the final sprint. France’s Kévin Vauquelin (Arkéa-B&B Hotels) finished third.
The Grand Prix Cycliste la Marseillaise is a one-day professional road cycling race held annually in Marseille, France.
- First Edition: 1980
- UCI Classification: 1.1 (third level worldwide)
- Significance:
- Often the first race of the European cycling calendar.
- Part of the French Cup de cyclisme sur route.
Key Points:
- Route: The race takes place around the city of Marseille, featuring a mix of flat sections, rolling terrain, and potentially challenging climbs. The exact route may vary from year to year.
- Winners:
- Notable past winners include Bernard Hinault, Richard Virenque, and Baden Cooke.
- The 2024 edition was won by Luxembourg’s Kevin Geniets.
The Grand Prix La Marseillaise provides an early-season opportunity for cyclists to test their form and compete at a high level.
