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Thomas Voeckler was the popular winner in Bellegarde-sur-Valserine, outwitting breakaway companions in a tough finish.
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The 2011 Tour: Cadel Evans’ perfect race
How Australia’s first Tour winner finally won the biggest race in the world.
The secret life of Thomas Voeckler
Our revealing interview with the French star, first published in Cycle Sport April 2012.
Stage 19 analysis: And then there were two
A spectacular day’s racing in the Alps saw a popular French winner and the battle for the yellow jersey narrowed to two men.
Stage 18 analysis: Andy Schleck lands a heavy blow
Andy Schleck outwitted and outrode his rivals with an incredible long-range attack to win atop the Col du Galibier.
Stage 17 analysis: Going solo down in Pinerolo
For the second day running, the descent of a category two hill threw a hand grenade into the front group of the Tour.
Stage 14 analysis: Doubting Thomas grows in confidence
The favourites cancelled each other out on Plateau de Beille. Is Thomas Voeckler suddenly looking like a possible Tour winner?
Who’s going to win the Tour?
Cadel Evans, very possibly. Here’s why.
Stage 10 analysis: And it’s Ca… Blimey, it’s Greipel!
An incredible attacking finale, with the yellow and green jerseys off the front, was followed by an unpredictable sprint in Carmaux.
Stage 16 analysis: Voeckler is king of the Queen Stage
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Thomas Voeckler took his second stage win of the Tour in spectacular style in Luchon, while Bradley Wiggins kept a vice-like grip on the race lead