In cycling, what does ITT stand for?
AnswerIndividual Time Trial
An ITT is an individual race against the clock.
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7 fact-checked facts about individual time trials in cycling and racing against the clock, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
What nickname is often given to the time trial?
AnswerThe race of truth
With no teammates to help, it tests pure individual strength.
Going deeper
What is the French term for a time trial?
AnswerContre-la-montre
It means 'against the watch'.
Why do time trial riders use aero bars?
AnswerTo reduce air drag with a streamlined position
Aero bars let riders tuck low and narrow.
What is the team version of the time trial abbreviated as?
AnswerTTT
TTT stands for team time trial.
Expert level
By how many seconds did Greg LeMond win the 1989 Tour de France after the final time trial?
Answer8
LeMond won by 8 seconds, the closest Tour finish ever.
Which rider lost the 1989 Tour de France lead in that final time trial?
AnswerLaurent Fignon
Fignon started the stage 50 seconds ahead but lost by 8 seconds.
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