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Bordeaux-Agen Race
- When
- 24 September-3 October 1895
- Where
- Bordeaux
The Automobile Club de France sponsored a 1,710 km race from Bordeaux to Agen and back, held in ten stages from 24 September to 3 October 1895.
This event is considered the first stage rally due to its ten-stage structure. The race was the longest to date. The top three places were taken by two Panhards and a De Dion-Bouton three-wheeler. The Automobile Club de France, founded in November 1895, sponsored the event, reflecting its influence on early motorsport.
Sources
- Rallying Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-06
- Automobile Club of France Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-14
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