Tour de France Young Rider Classification Winners, 1975 to Present

The Tour de France Young Rider classification is a secondary competition after the General Classification, similar to the Points Classification and Climber’s Classification. It’s often referred to as the white jersey (maillot blanc) or youth classification.

It was first introduced in 1975 and its criteria changed over the years. From 1975 to 1983, it was for riders who had been a professional for three years or lesser. From 1983 to 1986, it was for riders who were competing in their first Tour de France.

From 1987 onwards, the Young Rider classification is for riders aged below 26 on 1 January for the year’s Tour. The rider (aged 26 and below) who has the least cumulative time will wear the white jersey from Stage 2 to 21.