The points classification is an award category in road bicycle racing that recognizes the most consistent finisher in a stage race. The points classification is the top prize for many cycling sprinters and therefore is often known as the Sprint Classification; however, some stage races these classifications are based on different criteria. Points can be won by winning or finishing in a high place at the end of the race, as well as winning sprints at certain places along the route, often known as intermediate sprints.
The points classification is arguably the second most important title and cycling jersey to win at a cycling stage race behind the General classification, which is the winner of the event by overall time.
[edit] Points Classification Winners of the Grand Tours
[edit] Career triples
Winning the points classification in each of the three Grand Tours during a cyclist's career is a significant accomplishment. The Tour/Giro/Vuelta triple has been achieved by three riders:
[edit] Natural doubles
Winning the points classification in two Grand Tours in a single year is a rare feat.
The Tour/Giro double has been achieved by one rider:
The Giro/Vuelta double has been achieved by one rider:
The Tour/Vuelta double has also been achieved by four riders:
[edit] Most Points Jerseys (Grand Tours)
- 7: Laurent Jalabert -
France - Tour de France (1992, 1995)
- Giro d'Italia (1999)
- Vuelta a España (1994, 1995, 1996, 1997)
[edit] Winners by year
- bold-face type denotes rider won the General classification, as well.
- italic-face type denotes rider won the Mountains classification, as well.
- italic and bold-face type denotes rider won the overall, points and mountains classifications.
[edit] See also
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