July 17 – For Saturday, July 20 Paris is hosting a homage ceremony to the international sportsmen who have made the Tour de France’s history. From 2pm to 7pm, the historic velodrome Jacques Anquetil will serve as backdrop to some of the greatest Italian cyclists, alongside their French rivals and former teammates for a party in honor of the “Grande Boucle”, who turns 110 years. A day of celebration, with music, food and the opportunity to meet the champions who made the history of the Tour. At 4pm, the Rome-Paris 1600km cycling should reach the velodrome, and partake in the celebrations. The track was accepted by the Italian and French authorities as tribute to the 100th edition of the Tour.
