Highly-detailed drawing of a Sports Illustrated cover photo featuring a cyclist in the Tour de France wearing the iconic Yellow Jersey, captured in the style of intense athletic competitions with photorealistic details, showcasing the determination and endurance of the athlete as they power through a challenging mountainous terrain, vivid elements of the French countryside in the background, sunlight casting dynamic shadows on the road, sweat glistening under the helmet, conveying the spirit of the race with creative touches like a flurry of media helicopters above and supporters waving flags in the distance, overall creating a rich narrative of perseverance and sportsmanship.