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04-07-2010, 10:11 PM
Green - Maillot VertContenders for the 2009 Points ClassificationMark Cavendish (Fav)Oscar FriereThor Hushovd (Winner)Tom BoonenThe next most prestigious jersey is given to the leader in the points classification which rewards sprinters. During each stage, A.Lange & Sohne (http://www.inwatcheshop.com/a-lange-sohne-c-13)Bell & Ross (http://www.inwatcheshop.com/bell-ross-c-14)Breguet (http://www.inwatcheshop.com/breguet-c-15)points are attributed during the intermediary sprints and at the finish. The jersey was introduced in 1953.Germany's Erik Zabel won it a record six consecutive times between 1996 and 2001. Mark Cavendish was a big contender until he was controversially disqualified on stage 14 and lost vital points.