In a thrilling stage of the Tour de France, key events unfolded including Johannessen taking points on a climb, Kwiatkowski making a move, and Healy attacking but ultimately being reeled in. Stuyven shared M&Ms in the break while Zimmermann made a power move that was covered by Kwiatkowski. The break, initially consisting of 37 riders, dwindled down to 26 with Zimmermann’s move. Wellens put in a strong effort at the front of the peloton as the gap held at around 7 minutes, with a steep uphill finish awaiting the riders. Lazkano impressed with KOM points on the climb while Fotheringham’s stage preview highlighted the upcoming challenging mountain stages. Overall, as the race approaches two monster mountain days, riders gear up for the tough competition ahead. With the Tour culminating in a time trial in Nice, the battle for the top of the standings remains tight as riders showcase their strength and tactics. This stage provided a moment of respite for the riders before the grueling mountain stages to come. The breakaway group, consisting of talented riders, promises an exciting finale as they navigate the challenging terrain towards the finish line.
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