Cycling: Aleksandr Vlasov appears to have trained hard during the coronavirus pandemic. The Russian won the Mont Ventoux Challenge today, ahead of several renowned pros. A total of around 4.000 meters of elevation gain. The mountain is calling—and loudly. Today, fans were able to check out the climbing form of their stars at the Mont Ventoux Challenge. The 179,0-kilometer one-day race... read more
Cycling: Nairo Quintana (Arkéa – Samsic) won the queen stage up Mont Ventoux at the Tour de La Provence. This puts the Colombian on the brink of overall victory. Quintana dominates up Mont Ventoux. Nairo Quintana (Arkéa – Samsic) left his rivals no chance on the climb up Mont Ventoux. On the third stage of the Tour de La Provence,... read more
Tour de France history: Mont Ventoux hasn't only witnessed tragic Tour de France stories. Spectators at this mythical peak in Provence have also witnessed breathtaking performances and strange incidents. On July 14.07.2016, XNUMX – exactly three years ago today – the yellow jersey left his bike behind and jogged up the mountain. But Chris Froome... read more
Tour de France History: July 13.07.1967, XNUMX, was one of the darkest days in Tour de France history. Tom Simpson died on the slopes of Mont Ventoux – and the Tour de France lost its innocence. He wanted to win the Tour de France. Tom Simpson – now known as "the man who fell dead from his bike" – was a gifted cyclist. In his native Great Britain, he was considered... read more
Cycling: The GFNY Mont Ventoux will take place for the first time on June 28, 2015. For the first time, a cycling marathon on the "Giant of Provence" will end with a mountain finish. Organizers expect 1.000 riders for the inaugural event. Two routes are available, both starting in Vaison-la-Romaine, a few kilometers west of Mont Ventoux. The… read more
