Pogacar Reclaims Yellow, but Almeida Crash Casts Shadow on Tour de France
Tadej Pogacar, the reigning world champion, dramatically seized the yellow jersey on July 12, 2025, after a stunning victory at Mur-de-Bretagne during Stage 7 of the Tour de France. His performance overshadowed a concerning incident involving his teammate.
Joao Almeida, riding for UAE Emirates-XRG, suffered a high-speed crash during the grueling stage. He ultimately finished over ten minutes behind the stage winner, raising concerns about his continued participation in the race.
Meanwhile, Geraint Thomas of Britain enjoyed a strong showing, spending a significant portion of the day in the breakaway group. The challenging, hot conditions tested the riders’ endurance throughout the stage.
Pogacar’s triumph is a significant boost to his chances of overall victory, but the Almeida crash serves as a stark reminder of the inherent risks in this demanding cycling competition. The impact of this injury on the team’s overall strategy and the race’s dynamics remains to be seen, adding another layer of intrigue to this year’s Tour de France.
