Tom Pidcock surged up the overall standings in the Tour de France stage 13, briefly climbing as high as second place after a fierce breakaway. The stage ended with a first Tour win for Switzerland's Mauro Schmid, while Pidcock moved into fourth place overall, just nine seconds behind Remco Evenepoel.
Breakaway Success on the Ballon d'Alsace
The longest stage of the 2026 Tour featured a mass breakaway that formed on the rolling roads of the Jura and Doubs. Pidcock was a key instigator, helping drive the pace on the approach to the 9km climb of the Ballon d'Alsace. The breakaway finally succeeded after days of being caught by the peloton.
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Pidcock's Strategic Move
"It was always the objective to make it into a break," said the double Olympic gold medallist. "I think it worked out perfectly." Despite lacking teammates in the final kilometers, Pidcock held strong, though he admitted the stage win slipped away. Mauro Schmid capitalized on the chaos to take his first Tour victory.
Pogacar Eyes Fifth Tour Title
Race leader Tadej Pogacar described the stage as "weird" and admitted the peloton was "flying." He is edging closer to a fifth Tour de France win, which would tie him with legends Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault, and Miguel Induráin. Pogacar dismissed questions about the record, saying, "I don't go for records, I just want to finish this Tour with yellow in Paris."
Stage 13 Results Comparison
| Rider | Stage Finish | Overall Position | Time Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mauro Schmid | 1st | — | — |
| Tom Pidcock | Top 5 | 4th | +9s |
| Tadej Pogacar | Peloton | 1st | — |
Key Takeaways from Stage 13
- Tom Pidcock jumped from 7 minutes behind to just 9 seconds off the podium.
- Mauro Schmid earned his first career Tour de France stage win.
- The breakaway finally succeeded after several days of being reeled in.
- Tadej Pogacar maintains yellow jersey with a growing lead.
FAQ
How did Tom Pidcock perform in Tour de France stage 13?
Tom Pidcock surged to fourth overall after being part of a massive breakaway. He briefly climbed as high as second place before settling into the top five.
Who won Tour de France stage 13?
Switzerland's Mauro Schmid won stage 13, his first career Tour de France victory, after a long breakaway effort.
Is Tadej Pogacar close to winning the 2026 Tour de France?
Yes, Pogacar is edging closer to a fifth Tour win, maintaining the yellow jersey with a strong lead over his rivals.
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