The 112th Tour de France began today with a 184.9-kilometer sprint stage in Lille Métropole. Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Deceuninck) powered to the stage win and the first yellow jersey, navigating a chaotic finale marked by crosswinds and echelons that split the peloton. Visma-Lease a Bike?s tactical move saw GC contenders like Remco Evenepoel and Primoz Roglic […] The post Philipsen claims first yellow jersey in thrilling Tour de France opening stage appeared first on Cycling Today.

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