Biniam Girmay clinches third stage victory in Tour de France as Primoz Roglic faces setback

In a dramatic turn of events at the Tour de France, Primoz Roglic faced a setback as he lost over two minutes to his rivals after crashing near the finish line in Villeneuve-sur-Lot. The crash, Roglic's second in 24 hours, saw him struggle to regain his position and ultimately drop to sixth place overall. Meanwhile, Biniam Girmay continued his impressive performance by securing his third stage win, further solidifying his lead in the sprinter's green jersey rankings. Girmay, the first Black rider to win a Tour stage, outpaced Wout van Aert and Arnaud Demare in a thrilling sprint finish. Demare was later demoted for pushing Van Aert, with Pascal Ackermann moving up to third place. Despite the chaos, two-time Tour champion Tadej Pogacar maintained his lead in the yellow jersey, expressing sadness over Roglic's misfortune. The 204-kilometer stage from Aurillac to Villeneuve-sur-Lot unfolded without major difficulties, with Roglic's crash overshadowing the day's events. As the race unfolded, a breakaway group led by Anthony Turgis vied for position, ultimately being reeled in by the chasing peloton. The stage culminated in Girmay's impressive victory, showcasing his sprinting prowess and solidifying his status as a formidable competitor in the race. With Roglic now trailing behind in the general classification, the competition intensifies as riders like Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard vie for the top positions. As the Tour de France progresses, the unpredictable nature of the race continues to captivate fans and challenge riders, setting the stage for further excitement and drama in the days to come.