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TDF: Tour de France – Breakaway Battle in Nantua

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Breakaway Battle Expected to Be Fierce on Stage 20 of Tour de France

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The 20th stage of the Tour de France, a 184.2 km route from Nantua to Pontarlier on Saturday, July 26, is poised for a dramatic fight for the breakaway.Early climbs, including the Col de la Croix de la serra (12.1 km at 4.1%) and the Côte de Valfin (5.7 km at 4.2%) within the first 50 km, are expected to ignite the race. The undulating terrain thereafter offers ample opportunities for strong riders to launch attacks, potentially leading to a dynamic contest before a slight uphill finish in Pontarlier.

A deep and talented field of riders is anticipated to contest the breakaway.Among those wiht the profile to succeed are Wout van Aert (visma | Lease a Bike), Julian Alaphilippe (Tudor), Romain Grégoire and Valentin Madouas (Groupama-FDJ), Quinn Simmons (Lidl-Trek), Warren Barguil (Team Picnic PostNL), Jonas Abrahamsen (Uno-X Mobility), Axel Laurance (INEOS Grenadiers), Mathieu Burgaudeau (TotaalEnergies), Matej Mohoric (Bahrain Victorious), alex Baudin and Neilson Powless (EF Education-EasyPost), Lucas Plapp and Mauro Schmid (Team Jayco-AlUla), Pablo Castrillo and Iván Romeo (Movistar Team), Louis Barré (Intermarché-Wanty), Bastien Tronchon and Aurélien Paret-Peintre (Decathlon Ag2r La Mondiale), Alex Aranburu (COFIDIS), and Arnaud de Lie (Lotto). This extensive list highlights the notable competition expected for the day’s escape.

In the general classification, the top 10 positions are largely considered stable. Barring unforeseen circumstances or significant fatigue following demanding Alpine stages,riders like Tadej Pogacar,Jonas Vingegaard,and Florian Lipowitz are expected to have a relatively calmer day,enjoying a respite from the intense battles of the preceding stages.

Tour de France Stage 20 Details

date: saturday, July 26

stage: 20

Route: Nantua – Pontarlier

Distance: 184.2 km

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Tour de France – Provisional general classification after the 19th stage
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German Cyclist Florian Lipowitz Eyes Tour de France Podium

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Lipowitz‘s Surprise Attack on Col de la Loze Upends Bora-Hansgrohe Tactics, Puts GC Podium in Reach

In a dramatic turn of events during the recent cycling race, an unplanned attack by rider Lipowitz on the Col de la Loze significantly altered the race dynamics, leaving his team’s sports director, Matteo Gasparotto, reflecting on the day’s strategy.While the team acknowledges a “good fk-up” that cost them dearly in the final kilometers, the audacious move by lipowitz has unexpectedly placed him in contention for a higher overall standing.

Onley nearly moved up to third overall on Tour GC, benefiting from Red Bull’s tactics.(Photo by MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images)

gasparotto admitted that, with the benefit of hindsight, the team’s tactics for stage 18 would have been diffrent. He stated, “Obviously knowing how it went, yes. That’s an easy answer. I review all the stage of yesterday 100 times last night.” Despite his usual confidence in tactical execution,Gasparotto conceded,”But yesterday was a good fk-up on that,we cannot say no because we lost a lot on the final three kilometers.”

The critical moment occurred at the top of the Col de la madeleine.At that point, the team had a 2 minute 30 second advantage over rider Onley, with Lipowitz positioned far behind Primož Roglič and Roglič himself in the first group. However, a slowdown in pace during the descent proved to be a pivotal miscalculation.

Gasparotto explained the intended strategy: “If they don’t slow down, Primož goes with the yellow jersey to the finish, maybe he finishes third on the [GC] podium and Lipo gets back with Onley, stays on his wheel and is still fourth with the white jersey.”

The situation unraveled when Lipowitz launched an attack that was “never planned.” This sudden surge allowed him to gain significant time, creating a gap of 2 minutes on the yellow jersey and 4 minutes 30 seconds to Onley within a mere 30 seconds. At one point, the team held a 3-minute lead over the yellow jersey and a 5-minute lead over Onley. Gasparotto noted the impossibility of stopping such a move: “What do you do? You cannot stop him.”

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Arensman wins shortened Tour de France stage

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Arensman’s Daring Solo Ride Secures Tour de France Stage Win

Pogačar Maintains Strong Overall Lead Despite Vingegaard’s Late Surge

Dutch cyclist Thymen Arensman achieved a remarkable solo victory on the 19th stage of the Tour de France, defying the race’s top contenders on a challenging final climb. While race leader Tadej Pogačar extended his advantage, he couldn’t catch the determined Arensman.

Arensman’s Climactic Attack

Arensman launched his decisive move with 13 kilometers remaining, establishing a gap that proved insurmountable. Pogačar and his closest rival, Jonas Vingegaard, initially shadowed each other and failed to respond immediately. By the time they attempted to close the deficit, Arensman had already secured a narrow two-second lead at the finish line in the ski resort of La Plagne.

“Tadej and Jonas are the strongest in the world, almost aliens, and I’m human. I can’t believe I beat them today. I tried to not look behind.”

—Thymen Arensman, Stage Winner

Overcome with emotion, the 25-year-old Arensman wept as he sat exhausted on the ground after crossing the finish, still processing his unexpected triumph. He had previously shown his climbing prowess with a victory in a demanding mountain stage last Saturday.

Stage Shortened Due to Animal Health Concerns

The 19th stage route was adjusted from its original 129.9 kilometers to 93.1 kilometers following the discovery of cows infected with contagious nodular dermatitis. This necessitated the culling of animals in an area along the planned course, leading to the removal of two climbs, including the Col des Saisies.

Despite the modifications, the shortened stage still featured two “Hors catégorie” (beyond category) climbs, testing the riders’ endurance. Primož Roglič, the 2020 Tour runner-up, attempted an attack on the Col du Pré but ultimately faded.

The Tour de France continues with its penultimate stage on Saturday, a hilly 184.2-kilometer route finishing in Pontarlier. The final stage on Sunday will feature three ascents of Montmartre hill in Paris before concluding on the Champs-Élysées, with approximately 3,000 police officers ensuring security. In a similar health scare earlier in 2023, cattle on a farm in rural France were found to be infected with avian flu, leading to a temporary ban on public access to the area (Reuters).

Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, the race leader, was unable to catch solo stage winner Thymen Arensman on Friday.

Pogačar now holds a commanding 4 minute, 24 second lead over Vingegaard with only two stages remaining in the race.

More Tour de France coverage can be found at apnews.com/tag/TourdeFrance and apnews.com/projects/tour-de-france-2025-race-stages-maps/.

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Lenny Martinez Mountain Points Lost After Team Error

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

lenny Martinez, the young French rider for Bahrain Victorious, has been penalized eight points in the mountain classification after an incident during the eighteenth stage of the Tour de France. Martinez, who had been wearing the polka dot jersey, received an extended food delivery from a team leader on the Col du Glandon, which ultimately led to the deduction.

The incident occurred on the Col du Glandon, the frist categorized climb of the day’s queen stage en route to the Col de la Loze.Martinez was part of an early breakaway but struggled to maintain pace with his companions. His team leader provided assistance by handing him food adn two water bottles, a delivery that was deemed excessively long.

Following this, Martinez rejoined the leading group and secured the mountain points on the Col du Glandon, ahead of his rival Thymen Arensman. While Martinez initially gained 20 points, the subsequent penalty reduced his total by eight. His current mountain classification tally stands at 72 points, placing him third overall. jonas Vingegaard leads with 89 points, and Tadej Pogacar is in second with 105 points. Vingegaard is expected to wear the mountain jersey on the upcoming stage, as pogacar is currently in the yellow jersey.

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Pogačar Collides with Visma Car before Tour de France Stage

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Pogačar Collides with Rival Team Car Ahead of Crucial Tour de France Stage

Tadej Pogačar, a key contender in the Tour de France, experienced a minor collision with a Visma-Lease a Bike team car before the start of Thursday’s challenging 18th stage. The incident, wich occured as Pogačar and his UAE Emirates XRG press officer rode to the start line in Vif, resulted in Pogačar hitting his chin but sustaining no significant injury.

The world champion recounted the event, stating, “We were riding to the start line. It was clear in the front, we were cruising behind the car, maybe a bit too close. I don’t know if he wanted to brake check my brakes … I was not ready because I didn’t see anyone in front.” He added, “I didn’t see the reason to stop earlier, so we crashed into the car. I hit my chin, but it’s ok.”

This pre-stage mishap precedes a stage widely anticipated by riders and fans alike. Stage 18 of the Tour de France is renowned for its demanding Alpine profile, featuring over 5,500 meters of climbing across three categorized climbs, including the formidable Col de la Loze. Pogačar acknowledged the significance of this “queen stage,” anticipating a strong challenge from his main rival, Jonas Vingegaard, who began the day 4 minutes and 15 seconds behind Pogačar in the general classification.

Vingegaard has indicated his willingness to take risks in pursuit of the yellow jersey, a sentiment Pogačar appears prepared for. “I’m ready for him to go full,” Pogačar commented. “Risk everything? That’s a little bit exaggerating, but risking second place, I understand. Today they will try. It’s D-Day.”

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Kiel Reijnen: Inside Trek-Segafredo Vuelta Team Meeting Video

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor
written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Jennifer Valente, a decorated Olympic cyclist, is featured in a recent article highlighting her achievements and the intricacies of Olympic track cycling. The piece also includes insights from Benjamin Sharp, a coach for Team USA’s men’s track cycling program and a personal coach to Valente, who breaks down the various track cycling events. Additionally, the article touches upon Haley Batten’s experience at the Tokyo Olympics, offering her viewpoint on the cross-country event.

Valente, a prominent figure in American cycling, has garnered meaningful attention for her performances on the track. The article delves into the complexities of Olympic track cycling disciplines, such as the elimination, points, Madison, scratch, and sprint races, as well as team sprint and team pursuit. Benjamin Sharp, with his extensive coaching background, provides a coach’s perspective on these events, offering clarity on their rules and strategies.

The coverage also extends to cross-country mountain biking, with Haley Batten sharing her personal diary entries from the Tokyo Olympics. Batten, who competed alongside teammates Kate Courtney and Erin Huck, offers a firsthand account of her experience, including receiving Team USA gear and previewing the challenging cross-country course.

The article serves as a comprehensive look at key figures and events within Olympic cycling, providing both a timely update on current athletes and an educational resource on the sport’s various disciplines.

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