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Tour de France: Isaac del Toro holds third place, eyes attack in final week
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Tour de France: Isaac del Toro holds third place, eyes attack in final week

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Isaac del Toro maintained his third-place position in the Tour de France after stage 17.
  • The Mexican cyclist, also leading the best young rider classification, expressed readiness to attack in the final week.
  • Leader Tadej Pogaฤar remains in front, with Remco Evenepoel in second place.

Isaac del Toro is poised for a historic performance at the Tour de France, successfully defending his third-place standing in the general classification after a challenging 17th stage. Despite finishing 52nd on the day, 8:46 minutes behind stage winner Jasper Philipsen, Del Toro's overall position remains secure.

The UAE Emirates XRG rider continues to impress, not only holding a podium spot but also wearing the white jersey as the Tour's best young rider. He trails second-place Remco Evenepoel by 2:19 minutes and leads his closest competitor, Paul Seixas, by 20 seconds.

I'm good, I'm starting the third week with a lot of excitement after the time trial. Now I want to get to Paris and enjoy the last week. I'm like in the first week, enjoying and giving my all every day. After yesterday and the first two weeks, I'm happy to be in this position.

โ€” Isaac del ToroDel Toro described his feelings heading into the final week of the Tour de France.

As the race heads into its demanding Alpine finale, Del Toro conveyed his ambition and readiness for further challenges. "Ready to attack? Yes, why not?" he stated, signaling his intent to potentially improve his position. He expressed contentment with his current standing and enthusiasm for the final week, aiming to enjoy the race while pushing his limits.

Meanwhile, Jasper Philipsen secured his first stage victory of the Tour. In the overall standings, Tadej Pogaฤar maintained his lead, holding a significant advantage over Evenepoel as the race approaches its decisive mountain stages.

Ready to attack? Yes, why not?

โ€” Isaac del ToroDel Toro responded when asked about a potential offensive move in the mountains.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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