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Carapaz wins stage 18 of the Tour de France with a late breakaway, Pogacar keeps overall lead
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Associated Press , ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 23, 2026
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ORCIERES-MERLETTE, France (AP) — Ecuadorian rider Richard Carapaz timed his attack perfectly in the final climb to win the 18th stage of the Tour de France on Thursday, while Tadej Pogacar finished a few minutes behind and maintained his significant overall lead. It was the 33-year-old Carapaz’s ...
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Key takeaway It was the 33-year-old Carapaz’s first stage win at this year’s race and [...
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Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? ORCIERES-MERLETTE, France (AP) — Ecuadorian rider Richard Carapaz timed his attack perfectly in the final climb to win the 18th stage of the Tour de France on Thursday, while Tadej Pogacar finished a few minutes behind and maintained his significant overall lead. It was the 33-year-old Carapaz’s ...
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