Tadej Pogacar ramps up dominance in Tour de France with Mont Ventoux ascent

In France, the prestigious Tour de France cycling race is currently ongoing, reaching a critical point as it enters the final week. Following a challenging three days in the Pyrenees, the riders enjoyed a rest day in Montpellier on Monday, July 21, before resuming competition. On this day, the 16th stage features a singular ascent of Mont Ventoux, a legendary climb famed for its difficulty and historical significance in the Tour. Notably, Tadej Pogacar, the defending champion and yellow jersey holder, has established a substantial lead over his closest rival, Jonas Vingegaard, after a series of impressive performances in the previous legs of the race. Pogacar not only secured victories in stages 12 and 13 but also preserved his advantage during stage 15, where he showcased his strategic racing and climbing abilities. With this remarkable lead, few would doubt Pogacar's capacity to further solidify his standings in the race during the Alpine segment ahead. Mont Ventoux, famously referred to as the