Carapaz Wins First Tour De France Stage

Richard Carapaz Wins Stage 17 of the Tour de France

Carapaz Wins First Tour de France Stage

Richard Carapaz of EF Education-EasyPost has won the 17th stage of the Tour de France, securing his first-ever stage win in the prestigious cycling race. The Ecuadorian rider crossed the finish line alone in Superdévoluy, leaving behind Simon Yates of Jayco-AlUla, whom he had passed 14 kilometers from the finish.

Carapaz Completes Set of Grand Tour Victories

With his victory on stage 17, Carapaz has now completed the set of victories in cycling's Grand Tours. He had previously won the Giro d'Italia in 2019 and the Vuelta a España in 2022. This stage win also marks Carapaz's first in the Tour de France, making him one of the few riders to have won stages in all three of cycling's major one-week races.

Solo Attack on Penultimate Climb

Carapaz's victory came after he launched a solo attack on the penultimate climb to the finish. He quickly established a gap over his rivals and held on to his lead all the way to the finish line. This impressive display of strength and determination earned Carapaz the stage win and cemented his status as one of the top riders in the peloton.

Solo Victory on Stage 17

Richard Carapaz's solo victory on stage 17 of the Tour de France was a testament to his climbing prowess and unwavering determination. His attack on the mountains earned him a memorable win and further enhanced his reputation as a world-class cyclist. This victory will undoubtedly inspire Carapaz to push for even greater success in the remaining stages of the Tour de France and beyond.