MONT DE FORCE, France, July 22, 2025
Paret-Peintre Claims Victory in Stage 16; Colombians Make Gains in Tour de France GC
Aurélien Paret-Peintre secured a win on Stage 16 of the Tour de France, a crucial day that also saw significant movements for Colombian riders in the general classification.
- Aurélien Paret-Peintre won Stage 16 of the Tour de France.
- Colombian riders improved their positions in the general classification.
- Enric Mas was caught out by Paret-Peintre’s late surge.
- Paret-Peintre expressed surprise at Tadej Pogačar’s race tactics.
Aurélien Paret-Peintre emerged victorious in the challenging 16th stage of the Tour de France. This pivotal day in the race also marked important shifts for the Colombian contingent within the overall standings. Paret-Peintre’s impressive late attack secured him the stage win after a demanding day in the saddle.
The French rider’s triumph came after a strategic ascent, leaving other contenders, including Enric Mas, to react. Paret-Peintre himself admitted to being caught off guard by the race dynamics, particularly the actions of Tadej Pogačar. “I thought that Pogacar wanted to win and that he would reach us,” Paret-Peintre commented after the stage.
Colombian Strength in the General Classification
Following the conclusion of Stage 16, several Colombian cyclists demonstrated their resilience and climbing prowess. They solidified or improved their positions in the general classification, highlighting their continued presence in the hunt for the overall title. The exact rankings show these climbers consistently challenging at the front.
The intense effort on the road not only crowned a stage winner but also reshuffled the leaderboard. Paret-Peintre’s victory at Mont Ventoux served as a significant moment, waking Enric Mas up to the reality of his competition’s strength. The race remains a compelling spectacle of endurance and strategy.
Colombian riders made notable gains and held strong positions in the general classification following the demanding 16th stage of the Tour de France.
