Both Valentin Paret-Peintre (Soudal-Quick Step) and Richard Carapaz (EF Education-EasyPost) had gotten into the breakaway with the sole purpose of earning as many King of the Mountain points as possible. As they neared the summit of the Grand Ballon they sprinted against each other in hopes of getting the maximum points for themselves. As the throngs of cycling fans cheered them on, it was Paret-Peintre who went over the Category 1 climb first. Clearly, Carapaz was second over the top. Once they had collected the points, they rejoined their breakaway companions working together to stay away from the peloton just a minute-and-a-half behind. If either goes over the next three climbs first they will be the new King of the Mountains thus wearing the Maillot a Pois to start Stage 15.
This is a small 4x6 inch original watercolor painting that is available through my website at greigleach.com or you can simply follow the direct link at the end of the post to purchase the painting above. Since it is an original work of art, it is a first come first served reality. The work sells for $99 USD including shipping, but, yes, international shipping is both available and extra.
Purchase this painting here: "Sprinting Up the Grand Ballon TdF26-95" (Original art by Greig Leach)
Learn more about Greig Leach at The Art of Cycling: About the Artist: Greig Leach
And learn about Leach's published books at The Art of Cycling: Cycling Books by Greig Leach
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