Froome wins Tour de France: why do the French hate him?

Froome and Team Sky have been attacked and jeered throughout their three-week odyssey around France

Chris Froome
(Image credit: Jeff Pachoud/Getty)

Chris Froome became the first British cyclist to win the Tour de France twice as he was crowned champion on the streets of Paris on Sunday, and afterwards insisted that he would "never dishonour" the yellow jersey, despite the accusations of doping that have dogged him throughout the race.

Froome has cut a controversial figure at this year's Tour with many fans unable to accept that his performances are legitimate. He has been jeered and had urine thrown in his face by a spectator and has encountered banners casting doubt on his integrity. His Sky team-mates have also been booed and even attacked by angry 'fans' during the race.

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