1969
The next race is in 2011 (this year)
There are many, but the best known is a cycle race - the Tour de France.
The first Tour de France took place in 1903.
There is still one race being held each year.
Yes, it's a major bicycle race held every year in France and surrounding countries.
The Tour of Britain first took place as a stage race in 1945 under the name of the Victory Marathon. In 2004 the race was first put on the UCI Europe Tour.
Every year the race runs through Paris.
The race did not take place that year because of World War 1.
Every year since 1903, apart from during the world wars, This year, 2013, was the 100th race.
Tour de France. a big, anual bike race. all it is, is professional bike racers that ride around France every year.
The route of the Tour de France changes each year, but typically covers around 2,200 miles over 21 stages throughout France. You can find the specific route for this year's race by searching on Google Maps or visiting the official Tour de France website.
George Hincapie this is his 14 TDF. He did not finish his first but has everyone since. It is the first one that he and lance Armstrong have both been in the race and not on the same team.