Which cycling race, held each May, awards the pink jersey (maglia rosa) to its leader?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Giro d'Italia, first held in 1909
- Step 1: The pink colour comes from the pages of the newspaper that founded the race. Step 2. The Giro is one of the three Grand Tours. Answer: The Giro d'Italia, first held in 1909. Why not the others: the Tour has a yellow jersey, the Vuelta a red one, and Milan-San Remo is a one-day race.
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