For example , while the overall race leader in the Tour de France will wear the yellow jersey , or `` maillot jaune '' , the green jersey ( `` maillot vert '' ) will be worn by the leader in the points competition for sprinters . While the overall race leader in the Tour de France will wear the yellow jersey , or `` maillot jaune '' , the green jersey ( `` maillot vert '' ) will be worn by the leader in the points competition .