Former world champion Mads Pedersen attacked from the start, then delivered in style on the finish line Friday to claim his first stage win at the Tour de France. After spending the day at the front, the one-day classic specialist attacked from a group of six riders with seven miles remaining and dropped three rivals on the road leading to Saint-Etienne.
SAINT-ETIENNE, France (AP) Former world champion Mads Pedersen attacked from the start, then delivered in style on the finish line to claim his first stage win at the Tour de France on Friday. After spending the day at the front, the one-day classic specialist attacked from a group of six riders with 12 kilometers left and dropped three rivals on the road leading to Saint-Etienne.
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“I wasn’t tempted to break away because my legs have been hampered by the mountains. We didn’t have to handle the responsibilities today. The breakaway gr