Bauke Mollema won stage 189,5 of the Tour de France, from Laissac Sévérac l'Église to Le Puy en Velay (28km). The Dutchman of Trek-Segafredo started at -XNUMX km from the breakaway group and soloed his first victory at the Boucle. According to Diego Ulissi, who ruled Tony Gallopin in the sprint.
It was two races in one, because behind the fugitives, over 6' late, the tussle between the men in the standings took place. Froome, surprised by a puncture at -40km, had to squeeze the team to get back to Aru and Bardet. Once he reached his rivals, however, the Briton managed to control the situation and defend the yellow jersey. All unchanged, therefore: Froome, despite the great fear of him, leads with 18” on Aru and 23” on Bardet.
