Champion Pogacar triumphs on Tour de France mountain

Carapaz was 'discreet' and 'looked to be struggling', but was using a backdoor strategy to use Vingegaard and Pogacar as lead in's up the mountain, not taking any top three equal responsibility, on. So, it's a legit try to win, but the other racers do not care for such gamesmanship.

Ineos Pinarello looks desperate, but granted, it was a great ride for Carapaz. Ultimately, he lost and ended a deserved third. Ineos, the money team of all star riders, probably does not win a stage.

Vingegaard is someday going to win a Tour, and he and Pogacar are riders to emulate. They ride for the integrity and greatness of the sport. The UAE team proved it can ride...stronger than thought, and gutted it out for their win with Pogacar.

One more big mountain day, and hoping Pogacar carries the yellow through to Champs D'Elysee.