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white and purple jerseys

In cycling, the white jersey and purple jersey are awards given during tours, such as the Tour de France. The white jersey is worn by the best young rider under 25, indicating their potential and performance among younger competitors. The purple jersey, often referred to as the "King of the Mountains" jersey, is awarded to the cyclist who accumulates the most points for climbing the highest mountains during the race. Both jerseys highlight specific achievements within the competition, celebrating skill in youth and prowess in climbing.