Tour '25, Stage 10: Applying Pressure

After a couple of forays, it was Matteo Jorgenson (Visma-Lease a Bike) that went on the Col de la Croix Saint Robert.  Since he started the day in fifth place Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) had to chase him down.  And since he went, Jonas Vingegaard, Jorgenson's teammate, had to stay glued to the wheel of the Maillot Jaune.  This trio, as well as the group just behind, were now just over six minutes behind the early breakaway.  I thought (and everyone else did, too) that these forays would lead to a big attack from Vingegaard.  It hasn't come yet, and with about twelve kilometers and two climbs to go, I am beginning to think it may not come today at all.

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Tour de France 23, Stage 15: Locked Together

Despite all of Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) attempts to get away, Jonas Vingegaard (Jumbo-Visma) remained stuck to the wheel of the Maillot Blanc.  With another fifteen riders already having finished the stage there were no time bonus on offer for these two.  As long as the two cross the line together there will be no time gains (or losses) today.  As a show of defiance, Vingegaard pulled along side Pogacar as the pair crossed the line to finish stage 15.  So they will go into the rest day with the same ten seconds between them and wearing the same jersey as they started the day with.  When racing resumes on Tuesday it will be the individual time trial.  Vingegaard will ride last and have the advantage of knowing just how well Pogacar is riding.  Whether he can do anything about it remains to be seen.

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Tour de France 23, Stage 14: They Fought to a Draw

Both Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) and Jonas Vingegaard (Jumbo-Visma) had traded attacks all of the way up and down the Col de Joux Plane.  But by the time they swept into Morzine, the two found themselves chasing a lone leader, Carolos Rodriguez (Ineos-Grenadiers).  The two were so focused on each other over the top of the final climb, they didn't jump onto the wheel as he went pass.  Each wanted to catch the guy up the road, since there was an eight second bonus for the stage winner.  Second and third place carried five and three seconds respectively. Vingegaard had gained a net three seconds over the bonus point atop the climb increasing his virtual lead to eleven seconds.  The way they are flying into town, it is highly unlikely the jersey will change hands today.  It is even more likely that tomorrow's stage is going to be bonkers.

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 painting was created using Yarka St. Petersburg watercolors and Steve Quiller brushes from www.Richesonart.com. The work sells for $95 USD including shipping, but yes international shipping is both available and extra.

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