Most starts
Sum of starts by riders before the start of the race.
| Pos. | Team | Number of starts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TVM - Farm Frites | 9 |
| 2 | O.N.C.E. - Deutsche Bank | 7 |
| 3 | Rabobank ProTeam | 7 |
| 4 | Festina - Lotus | 5 |
| 5 | US Postal Service | 4 |
| 6 | Lotto - Mobistar | 3 |
| 7 | Banesto | 3 |
| 8 | Kelme - Costa Blanca | 3 |
| 9 | Cofidis | 1 |
| 10 | Mercatone Uno | 1 |
| 11 | Saeco Macchine da Caffe' - Cannondale | 1 |
| 12 | Vitalicio Seguros | 1 |