After the first nine episodes of Tour de France Primoz Roglic in fourth position, 1’36” back Tadej Pogacar. The leader of Red Bull Bora-Hansgrohe showed signs of being a step below his compatriots and also of Remco Evenepoely of jonas Vingegaard. However, in the time trial he defended himself well and even managed to gain two seconds Vingegaardan event that should give him confidence heading into the final stage of the French round, which this year concludes with a stage against the clock that will be decisive.
But first there are many kilometers of mountains ahead. A scenario where it is important to have the support of colleagues who can solve any disaster or work in case of vulnerability. And this Monday, on the first day of rest, the German team announced the withdrawal of Alexander Vlasovone of the great allies of Roglic at the mountain.
Vlasov suffered a severe fall in the ninth stage and although he was able to finish it with clear signs of pain, subsequent medical tests confirmed a Ankle fracture. The Russian is in 11th position in the general classification, 4’36” behind the leader. A serious setback for Primoz Roglic, who now has only one left Jay Hindley as a squire for the difficult stages that lie ahead.
Source: La Verdad
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