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- Stage 18 on 23 July: 185.2 km from Voiron to Orcières-Merlette, 3,900 metres of climbing, mountain finish at 1,825 metres.
- The route features an early Category 1 climb, a total of five mountain classifications and an intermediate sprint at kilometre 147.5.
- The stage is considered relatively straightforward and offers a final opportunity for breakaway riders and those competing for the mountains’ jersey.

Tour de France 2026: Preview of Stage 18: The start of the triple in the High Alps

- Jasper Philipsen wins the 17th stage in a sprint finish in Voiron, celebrating his eleventh Tour stage victory overall after numerous setbacks.
- Tadej Pogacar defends the Yellow Jersey on a quiet stage for the favourites and leads by 4 minutes and 32 seconds ahead of Remco Evenepoel, with Isaac del Toro in third place.
- German rider Florian Lipowitz is forced to withdraw from the time trial after breaking his collarbone, whilst Felix Engelhardt confirms his good form with a breakaway attempt.

Philipsen wins the 17th stage of the Tour – Germans stand no chance

- Jasper Philipsen wins the 17th stage of the 2026 Tour de France as part of a breakaway, beating Mauro Schmid and Olav Kooij in the sprint.
- Following numerous attacks, a 29-rider leading group forms 60 km from the finish; the peloton calls off the chase.
- Jasper Stuyvens’ solo breakaway 16 km from the finish is caught 4 km from the line; on the final climb, the sprinters led by Philipsen break away.

Tour de France – Stage 17: A sprinter in the breakaway: Philipsen seizes his last chance

- The UCI defends night-time doping tests at the Tour de France as necessary in the overriding interest of the fight against doping.
- According to the UCI, tests outside regular hours should remain the exception, but may affect the riders’ recovery.
- Night-time ITA tests on riders including Pogacar, Vingegaard and Team Red Bull have drawn criticism; the CPA is calling for reform, whilst Evenepoel has described the practice as “inhumane”.

Tour de France – International Cycling Union defends night-time doping tests

- Florian Lipowitz crashed during the Tour, suffered a broken collarbone, underwent surgery and will be out of action for at least six weeks.  
- It is unlikely he will compete in the Vuelta or the World Championships, but a comeback in autumn one-day races such as the Tour of Lombardy is considered a possibility.  
- Within the team, the dual captaincy role with Evenepoel, his criticism and the immense pressure of expectation caused tensions; the circumstances of the crash remain partly unclear.

Following a crash on the Tour: Lipowitz’s season is effectively over

- Florian Lipowitz crashed during the individual time trial on Stage 16, suffering a broken collarbone and abrasions, and underwent immediate surgery.
- He will be sidelined for at least six weeks; it is unlikely he will compete in the Vuelta or the World Championships, though a comeback in the autumn classics is considered a possibility.
- Team manager Denk criticises the safety measures on the route and the lack of training time, but emphasises Lipowitz’s riding errors and speaks of the heavy burden of expectation.

Lipowitz has already undergone surgery following his crash on tour

- Remco Evenepoel wins the time trial in Thonon-les-Bains, celebrating his fourth Tour stage victory and the third time trial win of his career.  
- Evenepoel makes Belgian Tour history with victories on the national holiday, a time trial series and a rare stage double alongside Tim Merlier.  
- Tadej Pogacar equals Peter Sagan’s record with his 47th Tour podium finish, whilst 19-year-old Paul Seixas sets a new youth record in the time trial.

Records, winning streaks, time trial kings: the most fascinating statistics from Thonon-les-Bains

- Florian Lipowitz crashes in a right-hand bend during the Tour time trial, breaks his collarbone and is forced to withdraw from the race.  
- Possible factors contributing to the crash: high speed, sharp bend, uneven road surface, time trial bike position, zebra crossing with slippery road markings.  
- The withdrawal is a major blow for him as a podium contender; the team is now pinning its hopes on Evenepoel, whilst Lipowitz is hoping to compete in the World Championships in September.

Tour de France drama: Why Florian Lipowitz crashed

- Stage 17 favours breakaway riders, as the route starts with a mountainous section and the final stretch is technical and uphill, making mass sprints less likely.  
- Simulations show that aerodynamics are crucial; aero bikes have a clear advantage, whilst weight plays a minor role even in the uphill finale.  
- Compared to a non-optimised bike, the Van Rysel RCR-F Pro completes the 15.4 km in 20 minutes 37 seconds when the rider attacks solo.

Tour de France 2026 Tech Briefing: The Van Rysel RCR-F Pro is the king of aero

- Florian Lipowitz crashes in the Tour time trial, breaks his collarbone and is forced to withdraw from the race whilst in fifth place overall  
- Team Red Bull experiences mixed emotions: a stage win for Remco Evenepoel, but the withdrawal of podium contender Lipowitz  
- All Red Bull riders underwent late-night doping tests; Brandon McNulty was also involved in a minor car accident ahead of Stage 16

Out after a crash: Lipowitz drama at the Tour de France

- Florian Lipowitz has suffered a broken collarbone and several grazes following a fall during the Tour’s time trial.
- His team manager, Ralph Denk, emphasises the loss – both sporting and personal – caused by Lipowitz’s withdrawal.
- It is unclear how long Lipowitz will be out of action; his participation in the Road Cycling World Championships in Montreal is therefore in doubt.

Tour de France over for professional cyclist Lipowitz following a crash

- Stage 17 on 22 July 2026: Chambéry – Voiron, 174.7 km, 2,200 metres of elevation gain, several mountain classifications, officially classified as a flat stage.
- A long initial climb, the Col de Couz and a final climb before Voiron make the stage very challenging for pure sprinters.
- Due to the demanding profile and the winding, technical finish, breakaway riders and riders such as Mads Pedersen are considered favourites.

2026 Tour de France: Preview of Stage 17: Only for the toughest sprinters

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Tour de France 2026
Preview of Stage 18: The start of the triple in the High Alps

Philipsen wins the 17th stage of the Tour – Germans stand no chance

Tour de France – Stage 17
A sprinter in the breakaway: Philipsen seizes his last chance

Tour de France – International Cycling Union defends night-time doping tests

Following a crash on the Tour
Lipowitz’s season is effectively over

Lipowitz has already undergone surgery following his crash on tour

Records, winning streaks, time trial kings
The most fascinating statistics from Thonon-les-Bains

Tour de France drama
Why Florian Lipowitz crashed

Tour de France 2026 Tech Briefing
The Van Rysel RCR-F Pro is the king of aero

Out after a crash
Lipowitz drama at the Tour de France

Tour de France over for professional cyclist Lipowitz following a crash

2026 Tour de France
Preview of Stage 17: Only for the toughest sprinters

Pro - Cycling News

Tour de France 2026Preview of Stage 18: The start of the triple in the High Alps

Philipsen wins the 17th stage of the Tour – Germans stand no chance

Tour de France – Stage 17A sprinter in the breakaway: Philipsen seizes his last chance

Tour de France – International Cycling Union defends night-time doping tests

Following a crash on the TourLipowitz’s season is effectively over

Lipowitz has already undergone surgery following his crash on tour

Records, winning streaks, time trial kingsThe most fascinating statistics from Thonon-les-Bains

Tour de France dramaWhy Florian Lipowitz crashed

Tour de France 2026 Tech BriefingThe Van Rysel RCR-F Pro is the king of aero

Out after a crashLipowitz drama at the Tour de France

Tour de France over for professional cyclist Lipowitz following a crash

2026 Tour de FrancePreview of Stage 17: Only for the toughest sprinters

Tour de France 2026
Preview of Stage 18: The start of the triple in the High Alps

Tour de France – Stage 17
A sprinter in the breakaway: Philipsen seizes his last chance

Following a crash on the Tour
Lipowitz’s season is effectively over

Records, winning streaks, time trial kings
The most fascinating statistics from Thonon-les-Bains

Tour de France drama
Why Florian Lipowitz crashed

Tour de France 2026 Tech Briefing
The Van Rysel RCR-F Pro is the king of aero

Out after a crash
Lipowitz drama at the Tour de France

2026 Tour de France
Preview of Stage 17: Only for the toughest sprinters