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Pogacar crushes Tour de France rivals and storms the Tourmalet to regain overall lead
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
Tadej Pogacar produced a tremendous solo ride on the iconic Col du Tourmalet on Thursday to earn a 23rd Tour de France stage victory, reclaim control of the race and sap his rivals' morale after just six days of racing.Pogacar, who first wore the yellow jersey after winning at Les Angles earlier ...
Key takeaway ”Pogacar's teammate, Isaac del Toro, was third, 2:57 off the pace, ahead of Remco Evenepoel and Paul Seixas.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For cycling enthusiasts in Piney Point Village , Tadej Pogacar's dominating performance in the Tour de France is a thrilling development, especially given the community's own interest in promoting cycling infrastructure and events. As Pogacar inches closer to a record-equaling fifth Tour victory, local fans are likely to be inspired by his remarkable solo ride on the Col du Tourmalet. The village's own bike-friendly initiatives, such as planned bike lanes and community rides, may see a surge in participation as residents follow Pogacar's progress and strive to emulate his dedication and skill. With Pogacar's UAE Emirates-XRG team demonstrating strong teamwork and strategy, local cycling clubs and groups may also take note of the importance of collaboration and support in achieving success. As the Tour de France continues, Piney Point Village residents will be watching with interest to see if Pogacar can maintain his lead and make history.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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