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What is Sprinter in Cycling?

A rider specialising in explosive finishing speed at the end of flat races, capable of very high peak power for 10–15 seconds. Sprinters usually struggle in the high mountains and target flat stages and the points classification.

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PelotonBreakawayDraftingDomestiqueGeneral classification (GC)Yellow jersey (maillot jaune)King of the MountainsPoints classification
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