Remco Evenepoel struggled to maintain his position in the Tour de France after losing contact with his rivals on key climbs. He lost touch with the leading group during the Col de Soulor but gained motivation from the yellow jersey holder coming into view. Evenepoel managed to catch up to Ben Healy but could not respond to the pace set by Tadej Pogačar during the final climb. Ultimately, Evenepoel finished the stage in third overall, aided by Matteo Jorgenson losing time.
The chances of Remco Evenepoel bettering his third place in the Tour de France last year suffered a major hit after losing contact with his rivals.
Evenepoel caught Healy and left him behind in pursuit of keeping his hopes intact, motivated by coming into view of the yellow jersey.
Pogačar surged away from Vingegaard as UAE Team Emirates-XRG lit up the pace, putting Evenepoel a minute behind.
Evenepoel managed to finish the stage in third overall after Matteo Jorgenson lost more time, despite facing tough climbs.
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