Paris–Rouen (cycle race)

The winner of the inaugural race was an Englishman living in Paris, James Moore, who rode the 123 kilometres dividing both cities in 10 hours and 40 minutes, including time spent walking his bicycle up the steeper hills.

[2] A total of 120 riders, including two women, participated in the race but just 32 finished within 24 hours.

James Moore won, finishing 15 minutes ahead of Castera and Bobillier.

[3] The first woman, referred to as Miss America, finishing in 29th position - 12 hours and 10 minutes after Moore.

[4] The centenary was commemorated on 12 May 1969, and was won by Régis Delepine, who received the same prize as James Moore, one thousand gold francs equivalent to 50 Louis.