Tour de France Femmes 2023 - Stage 1 preview
Sunday, July 23, 2023: Clermont-Ferrand to Clermont-Ferrand, 124km
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Stage 1: Clermont-Ferrand to Clermont-Ferrand
Date: July 23, 2023
Distance: 124km
Stage timing:
Stage type: Flat
The race will open for stage 1 on July 23 in Clermont-Ferrand for a 124km flat race with a decisive final that includes the Côte de Durtol (1.7km), a perfect launch-pad for attacks, located 9km before the finish in Clermont-Ferrand.
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