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Tour de France: Cyclist Egan Bernal Quits After Suffering Back Pain
Defending Champion Egan Bernal withdrew from 'Tour de France' ahead of stage 17 after suffering back pain. The 23-year-old Columbian's title defence was brought to an end, after slipping behind by eight minutes in the pace, in the first major mountain stage where he finished in 16th position. "I agree that it is the right decision for me in the circumstances," Bernal said in a team statement.
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Soren Kragh Andersen Wins Stage 14 of the Tour De France
On September 12, Soren Kragh Andersen won Stage 14 at the Tour De France. Post two sharp climbs and tough tussles during the last 6 miles, Anderson edged ahead of the chasing group in the last 2 miles. Andersen's win was another tactical victory for the Sunweb team as Marc Hirschi of Switzerland won the 12th round of the race for the team. Meanwhile, Primoz Roglic maintained his overall lead.
Tags: Tour De France 2020, Soren Kragh Anderson, Primoz Roglic, Tadej Pogacar, Egan Bernal
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Tour de France 2020: Primoz Roglic Extends Lead Over Egan Bernal
Primoz Roglic led over the defending champion, Egan Bernal, in the final lap of the 13th stage in the Massif Central on September 11 at the Tour de France. Besides, Colombia's Dani Martinez overtook Chatel Guyon as well as outsprinted Lenna Kamna at the end of the 191.5 Km trek. "The tour is yet to finish and a lot of things can happen", Roglic added.
Tags: Tour-De-France, 2020, Primoz Roglic, Egan Bernal
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