Tour de France Leader Vingegaard Crashes Into Photographer on Mont Ventoux Finish

Jonas Vingegaard faced a challenging stage 16 at the Tour de France on Mont Ventoux, where he launched multiple aggressive attacks against rival Tadej Pogacar but ultimately lost two seconds to him at the finish. Despite his efforts, Vingegaard was unable to create a gap, finishing second on the stage behind French winner Valentin Paret-Peintre. After crossing the line, Vingegaard collided with a photographer who unexpectedly stepped into his path, resulting in a fall that caused shoulder pain and frustration. He publicly criticized the lack of attentiveness in the crowded finish area, emphasizing the importance of safety for riders. Though the crash marred the end of his day, Vingegaard remained motivated by his strong performance and is determined to continue attacking in upcoming mountain stages. His team, Visma-Lease a Bike, showed cohesion and commitment throughout the stage, supporting his efforts against Pogacar.