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 · 1 min read

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 ...

Why this matters in The McAllen

While the Tour de France may seem like a distant event, the Rio Grande Valley's own cycling community is likely to be abuzz with excitement over Richard Carapaz's stage 18 win. Local cyclists who regularly ride the trails and roads of Hidalgo County may draw inspiration from Carapaz's perfectly timed attack, and consider how they can apply similar strategies to their own rides. The Valley's flat terrain may not mimic the mountainous climbs of the Tour de France, but the region's cyclists can still appreciate the skill and physical conditioning required to compete at the highest level. As the Tour de France continues to captivate audiences worldwide, McAllen's cycling enthusiasts will be watching closely to see how the rest of the race unfolds, and perhaps even planning their own local rides and events to coincide with the tour's conclusion.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports · Reading time: 1 min

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Carapaz wins stage 18 of the Tour de France with a late breakaway, Pogacar keeps overall lead

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