Compiègne, France, April 10, 2026 (AFP) - Cycling oddities: What's in a name?

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Paris-Roubaix is one of the oldest cycle races in the world and one of five prestigious 'Monument' one-day classics. It is known both as the 'Hell of the North' and the 'Queen of the Classics', giving it almost legendary status with its gruelling 260km route which takes in more than 50km of bone-jarring cobbles. First raced in 1896, this Sunday will be the 123rd edition of a race which has been won by cycling greats such as Fausto Coppi, Eddy Mer......

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