Hey TDF Fans! and ICW Fans! #stage18TDF Today is the Queen stage of the Tour de France, that’s the hardest stage of the race. The parcours covers 172km and 5500m of climbing making this the toughest stage of the year. 3 Hors Categories climbs dominate the route today, prepare for suffering and drama as the GC battle sees its final days. It’s one of the very last opportunities for Visma and Jonas to turn the tide against Tadej and UAE. The showdown is on. Join me in the live chat, talk about cycling and the tour de france, make predictions, talk bikes and training, most importantly have fun. @LeTourDeFrance #TDF2025 #TourdeFrance #TourdeFrance2025 #Stage16TDF #TDFStage182025 #tourdefrance #Pyrenees #MountainStage #CyclingDrama #procycling ========================================================== **Important Disclaimer** This stream does **NOT** include live video footage of the Tour de France due to broadcast rights restrictions. WHAT YOU WILL GET: Live audio commentary Real-time race stats and data On-screen maps and rider tracking Stage profiles, team updates & more! We’re here to bring you immersive coverage and insights throughout the race — without violating any official broadcast policies. Thanks for tuning in! ==================================================================== Stage 18 – Queen Stage: Vif → Courchevel (Col de la Loze)** Date:** Thursday, July 24, 2025 Start:** ~12:10 CEST Distance:** 171.5 km Total elevation gain:** ~5 450–5 500 m (three HC climbs) Route overview:** * Neutralized start in Vif, then racing begins on rolling roads. * **Intermediate sprint @ Rioupéroux** (~km 23.7) * **Col du Glandon** (HC): ~21.7 km @ ~5.1 %, summit around km 62 * Descend into Maurienne valley, then **Col de la Madeleine** (HC): ~19.2 km @ ~7.9 %, summit ~km 104–105 * Long descent, final assault on **Col de la Loze** (HC): ~26.4 km @ ~6.5 %, summit finish at 2 304 m (highest point, Souvenir Henri Desgrange) ( Key climbs:** * **Col du Glandon** (HC) * **Col de la Madeleine** (HC) * **Col de la Loze** (HC, summit finish, 2 304 m) — brutal final kilometres with ramps over 10 % General Classification battle:** * **Tadej Pogačar** leads by ~4′15″ over **Jonas Vingegaard**. He’s mentally strong after Mont Ventoux and aims to assert dominance on Loze * **Vingegaard** must attack to claw back time, seen ramping up on Ventoux; this is his final big chance Tactical notes:** * Queen stage – GC contenders will go all-in on the climbs. * Three HC ascents make it one of the hardest days: ~5,500 m climbing * Intermediate sprint offers minor intrigue but focus is on GC. * Time bonuses for stage wins (10‑6‑4 sec) could nudge GC margins What’s at stake:** * Pogačar could cement his 4th TDF title if he survives unscathed. * Vingegaard needs a career-defining assault to turn the tide. * All eyes on whether Pogačar can avenge his 2023 collapse on the Loze ========================================================== =========================================== Like & Subscribe for daily Tour de France coverage! #grandtour #letourdefrance ========================================= **Connect with Me:** – Instagram: @insidecyclingworld – Facebook: ========================================== I APPRECIATE ANY HELP & SUPPORT TO KEEP THE CHANNEL GOING! Thank you! “Buy Me a Coffee” = Help Fuel my ride: meacoffee.com/InsideCyclingWorld ================================================== PLEASE COMMENT! Share your favorite moment in the comments! Stay tuned for more virtual cycling content and let’s conquer the virtual roads together! SMASH THAT LIKE BUTTON RIDERS HIT The Notification Bell so you can see upcoming content! =================================================== Official “Inside Cycling World: Merchandise Available at Spreadshirt
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