The Reemergence of Wout van Aert | Tour de France 2025 Stage 21 | THEMOVE

Jul 27, 2025

Wout van Aert's electrifying victory in the final stage of the Tour de France is the spotlight, showcasing a new course that thrilled both fans and competitors. The hosts debate the implications of the altered race dynamics and tackle the emotional rollercoaster of triumphs and losses in cycling. Insights flood in about the intense rivalry between Pogačar and van der Poel, while reflections on rising stars and the sport's evolving challenges bring depth to the conversation. A heartfelt tribute concludes the discussion as they celebrate achievements and camaraderie.

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Van Aert's Resilient Comeback

Wout van Aert overcame injuries and setbacks to win two Champs-Élysées stages and a Giro stage this season.
His resilience culminated in a spectacular, solo victory on the final stage of the 2025 Tour de France.

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Iconic Solo Champs-Élysées Win

Van Aert's final stage win ranks as one of his most iconic given the rain and solo Champs-Élysées finish.
Such solo wins on Champs-Élysées are historically rare, highlighting its significance in his career.

INSIGHT

Revamped Final Stage Excites Fans

The 2025 Tour's new final Paris circuit with multiple Butte Montmartre passes added exciting, technical challenges.
This change created a neighborhood-like atmosphere, enhancing spectator closeness and race intensity on the Champs-Élysées.

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Lance, George, Sir Bradley Wiggins, and Spencer Martin (aka “The Professor”) discuss Wout van Aert's incredible ride to win the final stage of the 2025 Tour de France on the thrilling new route that included multiple passes of the Butte Montmartre before plunging to the finish line on the Champs-Élysées, with overall race winner Tadej Pogačar sealing his fourth career title in the chasing group behind. The crew invites on Johan Bruyneel to get into their impressions of the new stage format and debate if the GC times should have been stopped before the finish line before they all give their final thoughts on the 2025 race.

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