UAE Executes Their Plan Perfectly | Tour de France 2025 Stage 6 | THEMOVE

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Jul 10, 2025

Ben Healy stunned everyone with his remarkable solo ride, clinching his first Tour de France stage win against fierce competition. The discussion highlights strategies from Visma and UAE, focusing on the intricate tactics during the gripping Stage 6. The podcast dives into the effects of weather and mental demands on riders, while also examining how equipment choices can influence performance. Team dynamics and rivalries play a crucial role as the race unfolds, revealing the psychological intricacies behind every cyclist’s strategy.

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Ben Healy's Solo Breakaway Wins

Ben Healy's three World Tour wins all came from solo breakaways of over 42 kilometers.
His win today was especially impressive given the fast and hard nature of the stage from the start.

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Hardest Breakaway Yet at Tour

The breakaway on stage 6 was the hardest so far and involved top breakaway specialists.
The effort was so intense, it was like a selective breakaway with riders taking turns at maximum effort.

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Healy's Surprise Attack Tactic

Ben Healy attacked unexpectedly on a flat, slightly downhill section rather than on a climb.
This surprise tactic caught the other riders off guard and secured his solo win.

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Lance, George, and Sir Bradley Wiggins break down Ben Healy's incredible solo ride to take his first career Tour de France stage win, including how he both outsmarted and outmuscled his world-class breakaway companions. They also delve into Visma's aggressive tactics early in the stage, discussing how the fast and hard stage could impact both the GC and stage win battles on tomorrow's tough stage, and dissect UAE's methodical plan to ensure Tadej Pogačar gave away all three of his leader's jerseys on the stage.

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