Sports7/23/2025•The Guardian
Tour de France: Pogacar backlash builds while Milan wins stage 17 sprint
The 17th stage of the 2025 Tour de France was marked by a massive crash just 1km from the finish line in Valence. Despite the treacherous conditions, Tadej Pogacar, the race leader, and his closest rival, Jonas Vingegaard, emerged unscathed. However, the incident sparked a backlash against Pogacar's team, with rivals accusing them of "arrogance." In the end, it was Jonathan Milan who won the rain-soaked sprint finish, securing his second stage victory in this year's Tour. The article highlights the dramatic events of the day and the growing tensions between the top contenders and Pogacar's team.
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