As Tour de France heats up, cyclists prepare for temperatures of 40 degrees Celsius over next three days
France's Thibaut Pinot , and Spain's Mikel Landa climb Prat d Albis during the 15th stage of the Tour de France in France. July 21, 2019.
Cycling fans worldwide and especially in France are transfixed by the 21-day Tour this year with two Frenchman in the victory frame ahead of Sunday’s grandstand finish along the Champs-Elysees in Paris. “The heat won’t make any difference, it’s the same for everyone in the race,” said the Welsh 2018 champion.
The last stage to be run under high temperatures was last Thursday at Pau where Thomas, who had been expecting to win, was stunned to find himself trailing home 14 seconds slower than the former soldier Alaphilippe.Former rider Denis Roux, who works with Tour partners Krys and who finished in the top ten on the 1988 edition, told AFP that riders react differently to heat with some fading while others prosper.
México Últimas Noticias, México Titulares
Similar News:También puedes leer noticias similares a ésta que hemos recopilado de otras fuentes de noticias.
Tour de France: Alaphilippe retains his lead but defending champ Thomas makes up groundDefending champion Geraint Thomas made up nearly half a minute on leader Julian Alaphilippe in a gripping 15th stage of the Tour de France in the Pyrenees
Leer más »
Cycling’s Latest Controversial Performance Enhancer: the SupertuckAn aggressive descending position described as 'super dangerous' is gaining traction at the Tour de France
Leer más »
Concert Review: Queen and Adam Lambert Capitalize on ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’About half way through Queen and Adam Lambert’s Saturday night show at the Forum in Inglewood, guitarist Brian May took the stage solo to perform a few numbers. He began by acknowledging that…
Leer más »
Bear attacks worker during wildlife tour at Pennsylvania resortThe resort said that it has 'ensured the enclosure is completely secure' and is arranging counseling for guests and staff who witnessed the attack.
Leer más »
Kano announces UK tour and this is when tickets go on saleBritish rapper Kano is set play several live dates this autumn including at London's Royal Albert Hall
Leer más »
A $30,000 'Crazy Rich Asians' Tour; The Most Valuable Sports Teams; New Tesla Roadster's Incredible SpecsTopline: Check out our just-released list of the most valuable sports teams; We speculate on the tech behind the latest Tesla Roadster's specs; For $30,000, you can live like the characters from Crazy Rich Asians during a six-day luxury tour.
Leer más »