Pedal power

That was an interesting stage to watch. I was hoping he would win the stage, that would have been really nice. But I think he has a chance at winning a stage if his team can keep up with him on the next run. Well done!

well done

He rode very well and deserves this award. It's great to see Japan represented on The Tour and I hope to see more Japanese riders come through the ranks in the years to come.

Wow. That's one hot babe he's with.

RR

Best Combatist!!! Typical thing a Japanese rider would get. Gambatte!!!!

Hottie on the left

Good on him!!!

Nice to see a Japanese rider doing well at the Tour. But "Go Hesjedal!"

And as a bonus he gets kisses from the pretty ladies.

Combative as in "attacking the lead" He lead a good breakaway for awhile. Good to see Japanese riders doing well in European racing.

for the most combative rider

I wonder how his fellow riders felt? I hope no one got hurt.