What started as a tense two-man battle became a foregone conclusion when Tadej Pogacar couldn’t stay with Vingegaard in the 17th stage.
Category: Tour de France (Bicycle Race)
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It’s an Honor to Wear This Jersey. It’s Also Kind of a Pain.
The yellow jersey worn by the Tour de France race leader can sometimes be an uncomfortable fit.
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With a Burst in a Time Trial, a Dane Nears Victory in the Tour
Jonas Vingegaard of Denmark held a narrow lead over Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar going into Tuesday’s hilly stage. When it was over, Vingegaard was the odds-on favorite to win.
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Pogacar Gains on Vingegaard at the Tour de France
An incremental strategy closes the gap but doesn’t change the yellow jersey, for now.
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Far From the Tour de France, Colombia Falls Hard for Cycling
Soccer still reigns supreme in Latin America, but a popular ride in the hills above Medellín showcases a nation’s second love.
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Pogacar Cuts Further Into Vingegaard’s Tour de France Lead
The cycling race returned to the formidable Puy de Dôme after 35 years.
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Tour de France Becomes a ‘Big, Big Battle’ Between Pogacar and Vingegaard
The two favorites traded attacks in punishing stages in the Pyrenees.
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Tour de France: Vingegaard vs. Pogacar Is the Race to Watch
The 110th edition of cycling’s greatest race begins Saturday in Spain. Here’s a primer on the stars, the squads and the story lines.