Wow, what a start to the Tour de France! Jasper Philipsen burst ahead in an electrifying sprint across 185 km around Lille, leaving fans and rivals buzzing with excitement. With a smart assist from teammate Mathieu van der Poel in the final 100 meters, Philipsen notched his 10th Tour stage win and earned the coveted yellow jersey—if only for a day, but what a moment!
Philipsen couldn’t hide his joy: "I have dreamed of wearing the yellow jersey. I wore the green jersey two years ago and the yellow will feel incredible," he said. The cheers from fans, including many who traveled from nearby Belgium, added to the unforgettable vibe of the day. 😊
Runners-up Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay and Norwegian Soren Waerenskjold rounded out the podium. Meanwhile, defending champion Tadej Pogacar, who aims for his fourth win in this showcase race, finished safely amid a tough competitive field.
The stage was not without drama. Double Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel narrowly escaped a crash early on, and a minor collision erupted on a short cobblestoned climb as Benjamin Thomas and Matteo Vercher vied for bonus points. Both riders quickly recovered, showcasing the grit and resilience that make cycling so thrilling.
This high-octane race reminded us all that in cycling—much like the latest tech trends—strategy, timing, and teamwork truly matter. For young, energetic fans in South and Southeast Asia who live life in the fast lane, today's Tour de France stage was just the kind of adrenaline-packed action we love!
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Philipsen wins first stage of Tour de France, Pogacar finishes safely
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