Episode 2 of 2
Debate on First Race Status
- When
- 31 May 1868
- Where
- Parc de Saint-Cloud
Historical records indicate that Moore's race was not necessarily the first cycle race in France, as earlier races existed or his event was the second of the day.
Kobayashi discovered at least five vélocipède races in France that predated St-Cloud. Moore's race was scheduled as the second of the day, implying either the first race was not exclusively for pedal machines or the order was changed. The blue plaque in Saint-Cloud claiming Moore won the first race is incorrect on more than one count.
Sources
- James Moore (cyclist) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-11
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