Most starts
Sum of starts by riders before the start of the race.
| Pos. | Team | Number of starts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cofidis | 7 |
| 2 | Lotto - Adecco | 6 |
| 3 | La Française des Jeux | 5 |
| 4 | Festina | 5 |
| 5 | Jean Delatour | 5 |
| 6 | BigMat - Auber 93 | 3 |
| 7 | Crédit Agricole | 3 |
| 8 | Lampre - Daikin | 3 |
| 9 | AG2R Prévoyance | 2 |
| 10 | Bonjour | 2 |
| 11 | CSC ProTeam - Tiscali | 1 |