Pogacar Extends Lead as Carapaz Wins First Tour de France Stage
Tadej Pogacar strengthens his hold on the yellow jersey while Richard Carapaz secures a historic stage victory.
- Pogacar now leads Vingegaard by 3:11 after Stage 17.
- Carapaz becomes the first Ecuadorian to win a Tour de France stage.
- Evenepoel gains time but remains third overall, focusing on podium finish.
- Girmay retains green jersey despite recent injuries.
- Two challenging mountain stages remain before the final time trial in Nice.
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