<P> Since 1931, the leader of the general classification is identified by a pink jersey (Italian: maglia rosa (ˈmaʎʎa ˈrɔza)). </P> <P> In the first editions of the Giro d'Italia, a points system was used for the calculation of the general classification, but since 1914 a time system is used . All stage results are added together, taking into account time bonuses for high finishes and intermediate sprints, and time penalties for breaking the rules . </P> <P> The color pink was chosen because La Gazzetta dello Sport, the sports newspaper that created the Giro, was printed on pink paper . In comparison, the leader of the general classification in the Tour de France is awarded a yellow jersey, which originally corresponds with the yellow newsprint of L'Auto, the newspaper that created the Tour de France . </P>

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