Sir Mark Cavendish concluded his illustrious cycling career with a triumphant victory in the Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium. The 39-year-old sprinter secured a trademark sprint finish, showcasing his enduring talent in his final race. His victory was made even more poignant as his fellow competitors gave him a guard of honor, highlighting his significant contribution to the sport. Cavendish’s emotional farewell speech highlighted his deep connection to cycling and the Tour de France.
Results for: Tour de France
Tadej Pogacar etched his name in cycling history by winning his third Tour de France title, becoming the first rider since 1998 to achieve the Giro d’Italia/Tour de France double. He dominated the race, securing his sixth stage victory in the final stage, and cemented his status as a cycling legend.
Tadej Pogacar unleashed a powerful attack on the final climb of Stage 15, distancing himself from Jonas Vingegaard and surging towards a third Tour de France victory. With a commanding lead, Pogacar appears poised to reclaim the title from the reigning champion, Vingegaard.
Ecuadorian cyclist Richard Carapaz claimed victory in stage 17 of the Tour de France, soloing the final 10km to secure his first-ever stage win in the prestigious race. The stage, set amidst the challenging High Alps, saw Carapaz outmaneuver Simon Yates and seize the lead. He also assumed the overall leader’s yellow jersey, a testament to his impressive performance in the second stage to Bologna. Meanwhile, the top contenders, including Tadej Pogacar, Jonas Vingegaard, and Remco Evenepoel, engaged in a thrilling battle for the overall standings.
Tadej Pogacar showcased his exceptional climbing prowess on Bastille Day, securing a dominant victory on the 15th stage of the Tour de France. With a blistering ascent to the Plateau de Beille, Pogacar further cemented his position as the race leader, extending his advantage over defending champion Jonas Vingegaard.
Tadej Pogacar dominated the mountainous 14th stage of the Tour de France, outpacing Jonas Vingegaard on the final climb to secure his 13th career stage victory and expand his overall lead. The intense duel between the two cycling giants unfolded on the demanding Pla d’Adet climb, with Pogacar showcasing his strength and tactical prowess.
Jasper Philipsen secured his second stage win of the Tour de France, taking the 13th stage in a sprint finish. Two-time champion Tadej Pogacar kept hold of the yellow jersey despite a crash near the finish line. The race now heads into the mountains, setting the stage for potential attacks and a thrilling battle for the overall lead.
Primoz Roglic, a three-time Vuelta a Espana champion and Giro d’Italia winner, has withdrawn from the Tour de France after suffering a crash on Thursday. The Slovenian was in contention for the overall title but was trailing leader Tadej Pogacar by over four minutes after a series of falls. Roglic’s withdrawal leaves the race wide open with Pogacar now the clear favorite to win his third consecutive title.
Michael Morkov, a veteran cyclist and Olympic gold medalist, has withdrawn from the Tour de France after testing positive for COVID-19. The 39-year-old Dane, who is retiring at the end of the year, was set to compete in the Paris Games but will now focus on recovering from the virus.
Belgian Jasper Philipsen secured victory in a thrilling mass sprint on stage 10 of the Tour de France, edging out Eritrean Biniam Girmay. Meanwhile, Tadej Pogacar maintained his overall lead, but the battle for the yellow jersey remains intense with Remco Evenepoel, Jonas Vingegaard, and Primoz Roglic hot on his heels. The stage was characterized by a flat route and a relaxed pace, allowing for some lighthearted moments among the riders.