Jacques Esclassan (...on the left in this photograph) sprints across the finish line during the 105.5 kilometer stage 2a (Auxerre - Saulieu) of the 1973 Paris - Nice race to claim first place just ahead of Rik Van Linden (…second place on right - team Rokado) and Peugeot-BP-Michelin teammate Eric Leman (...third place in center).