As the 2024 Tour de France progresses into its second week, the competition has only intensified, and so has the distribution of prize money. The latest standings reflect both the successes and struggles of the teams as they navigate the challenging stages. Here’s an in-depth look at the prize money earned by each team up to this point, with a specific focus on the earnings during Week 2 compared to Week 1.
2024 Tour de France Week 2 Prize Money Breakdown
Below is the total prize money earned by each team so far in the Tour de France, as illustrated by the latest standings:
| Team | Total Prize Money Earned (€) |
|---|---|
| UAE Team Emirates | 90,380.00 |
| Intermarché – Wanty | 73,880.00 |
| Team Visma | Lease A Bike | 53,000.00 |
| Alpecin-Deceuninck | 44,050.00 |
| Soudal Quick-Step | 38,860.00 |
| Movistar Team | 34,300.00 |
| Uno-X Mobility | 33,430.00 |
| Team DSM-Firmenich PostNL | 26,670.00 |
| TotalEnergies | 24,250.00 |
| Israel – Premier Tech | 19,500.00 |
| Lidl-Trek | 19,450.00 |
| Groupama-FDJ | 18,620.00 |
| Team Jayco Alula | 18,320.00 |
| Arkea-B&B Hotels | 16,180.00 |
| Astana Qazaqstan Team | 15,720.00 |
| Lotto Dstny | 15,230.00 |
| EF Education – EasyPost | 15,170.00 |
| INEOS Grenadiers | 14,040.00 |
| Cofidis | 13,160.00 |
| Bahrain Victorious | 9,720.00 |
| Red Bull – Bora – Hansgrohe | 8,340.00 |
| Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team | 7,080.00 |
| Total | 609,350.00 |
Photo Credit: ASO-Billy CeustersAnalysis of Week 2 Performance
Top Earners
UAE Team Emirates has continued to dominate, leading the prize money standings with €90,380. This impressive total is significantly higher than their Week 1 earnings of €38,460, showcasing a remarkable performance during Week 2. Tadej Pogačar’s stage victories on Stage 14 and Stage 15 have undoubtedly contributed to this financial success.
Intermarché – Wanty follows with €73,880, building on their Week 1 total of €43,880. Biniam Girmay’s continued strong performances, including a stage win on Stage 12, have bolstered their earnings.
Notable Movers
Team Visma | Lease A Bike has climbed the ranks with a total of €53,000, a significant increase from their Week 1 earnings of €8,300. This leap suggests multiple high placements and Jonas Vingegaard’s stage win on Stage 11 during Week 2.
Alpecin-Deceuninck also saw substantial growth, with their total rising to €44,050 from €19,750 in Week 1. Jasper Philipsen’s stage wins on Stages 10 and 13 significantly contributed to their earnings.
Consistent Performers
Soudal Quick-Step and Movistar Team have shown consistent performance, with total earnings of €38,860 and €34,300, respectively. These figures reflect steady placements and possibly points from intermediate sprints and mountain stages.
Photo Credit: ASO-Billy CeustersComparing Prize Money to Stage Winners
An interesting aspect to explore is how the prize money compares to actual stage winners. Winning a stage can significantly boost a team’s earnings due to the large prizes associated with stage victories. Here are the stage winners from Week 2:
- Stage 10 Winner: Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Deceuninck) – This win has bolstered Alpecin-Deceuninck’s earnings to €44,050.
- Stage 11 Winner: Jonas Vingegaard (Team Visma | Lease A Bike) – Vingegaard’s win is a major factor in Visma’s €53,000.
- Stage 12 Winner: Biniam Girmay (Intermarché – Wanty) – This victory has significantly boosted Intermarché’s leading earnings of €73,880.
- Stage 13 Winner: Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Deceuninck) – Another win for Philipsen solidifies Alpecin-Deceuninck’s strong position.
- Stage 14 Winner: Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) – His stage win is a major contributor to UAE’s substantial €90,380 earnings.
- Stage 15 Winner: Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) – Another win for Pogačar further consolidates UAE’s strong financial position.
The second week of the 2024 Tour de France has seen dramatic shifts in the prize money standings. UAE Team Emirates and Intermarché – Wanty continue to lead, while teams like Visma | Lease A Bike and Alpecin-Deceuninck have made significant gains. The correlation between stage wins and prize money highlights the importance of consistent high-performance and strategic racing. As the Tour progresses, it will be fascinating to see how these financial standings evolve and which teams can maintain their momentum.
