Mark Cavendish went into today's stage being the first sprinter (or cyclist) to win four times on the Champs Elysees and had ever reason to think today would make it the fifth win in a row. But the Tour carried four different fast men to the boulevard of Paris, four men each with a powerful lead out and the speed, strength and nerve to be the first to cross the line. Cavendish may have been hampered by having to chase back on to the peloton after a flat earlier on the cobbles, he may have used to much energy in the chase to have that famous final kick to the line. In the end it was the new sprinter of Argos-Shimano, Marcel Kittel that grabbed the win, making it four stages for him in the 100th Tour de France. This is an original watercolor and ink postcard that can be yours by visiting my artist website where you can purchase this painting. Just follow the direct link at the end of this post to get your piece of the final sprint of the 100th Tour de France.
This project has been a joy, a challenge and an artistic voyage and I thank you for taking the trip around France (and Corsica) with me.
http://www.greigleach.com/large-view/Tour%20de%20France%202013/2184521---186227/Painting.html#.UfKNOcvD_IU
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