Stage eight of the Tour runs from Saint-Meen-le-Grand to Laval, covering 171.4 kilometers. It is mainly a flat stage with a final climb that is challenging for sprinters. Withdrawal of Jack Haig from Bahrain-Victorious and Mattia Cattaneo from Soudal-Quick Step affects team dynamics. The route includes an intermediate sprint in Vitre and a technical section leading into Laval, where a fresh sprinter is crucial for a sprint finish victory after previous stages.
Stage eight covers 171.4 kilometers from Saint-Meen-le-Grand to Laval, primarily flat with a crucial final climb that will challenge sprinters.
Withdrawals for this stage included Bahrain-Victorious's Jack Haig and Soudal-Quick Step's Mattia Cattaneo, impacting the competition.
The route features an intermediate sprint in Vitre and a challenging final section in Laval, setting the stage for a tactical sprint finish.
Jean-Marc Marino noted that a fresh sprinter is necessary for victory, highlighting the stage's requirement for endurance and speed.
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