Each summer, one of the most grueling tests of endurance every conjured by man takes place throughout the countryside, mountains and beautiful cities of France.

The Sigma 17-40mm F1.8 DC Art zoom lens brings full-frame background blur to APS-C cameras to satisfy shutterbugs who chase subject isolation or make images in dark environments.

Eritrean racer Biniam Girmay made history with his green jersey win at the 2024 Tour de France (Image credit: Getty Images) The green jersey is worn by the leader of the points classification.