63rd Paris-Nice - ProTour

France, March 6-13, 2005

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Stage 1 - Monday, March 7: Etampes - Chabris, 186.5km

The first stage from Etampes to Chabris is a fairly regulation sprinter's stage, with just one Cat. 3 climb near the start. With the wind often from the north at this time of year and therefore at the riders' backs, it could be quite a fast stage. Look for Tom Boonen (Quick.Step), Isaac Galvez (Illes Balears), Jaan Kirsipuu (Credit Agricole), Jimmy Casper (Cofidis), Angel Edo (Saunier Duval) and Robert Hunter (Phonak) to battle it out.

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