Cycle pursuit in the Tour de France - stock photo

Montelimar, France - April 29, 2009: Board model of Tour de France winning cyclist in the famous yellow jersey with the 'King of the Mountains, in his famous polka dot jersey, in hot pursuit. The King of the Mountains is a sporting role model for courage and endurance. The gruellingTour de France is an annual bicycle race held in France and nearby countries.and covers more than 3,600 kilometres (2,200 mi) and lasts three weeks, attracting top cyclists from all round the world. Board models of the winners were placed in key points throughout the town of Montelimar before the Tour passed through it. An olive tree typical of the region is on the left of the image.