Written by By Stephen Sendell, CNN
A yellow jersey, normally a symbol of success and victory, seems to be dividing Brazil in recent years. That’s what some Brazilians think after a blazer worn by Tour de France winner Chris Froome became a hallmark of the recent Tour of Brazil.
Last year, three-time Tour de France winner Froome wore a yellow jersey while cycling around Rio de Janeiro for the first stage of the Tour of Brazil, which was held from 1-4 October.
Here, Brazilian cyclist Eduardo de Casagrande discusses the event and Rio de Janeiro’s ongoing relationship with cycling.
Froome is a hero in Brazil for his performances on the Tour de France stage in Rio de Janeiro in 2016.
El Ángel de Queiroz
The man behind the Tour of Brazil idea.
André
An architect and business-owner
Eduardo de Casagrande
A volunteer on the initial planning committee
Paula
The “cycle-spirit” is true in Rio
Antonio
Added bicycle infrastructure development
Antonio Doucet
Member of the city’s cycling projects management office
Antonio Doucet