Stage 3 of Route du Sud started down the road in Pierrefitte-Nestalas, the start of pro races are always great fun. Riders and spectators milling around together, taking photos and signing autographs.
View the full photo gallery of Route du Sud 2011, stage start in Pierrefitte-Nestalas.
Anthony Charteau in the race leaders jersey.
Anthony Charteau was King of the Mountains in the 2010 Tour de france.
Kjell Carlström of Team Sky.
Peter Kennaugh
22 year old Peter Kennaugh is from the Isle of Man. Team Sky say it is their aim to win a Tour de France with a British rider. I think this might be their man!
John Gadret
Sandy Casar, winner in 2007.
View the full photo gallery of Route du Sud 2011, stage start in Pierrefitte-Nestalas.
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