The combined situation of an incredibly hot temperature and an incredibly fast day of racing meant for a stage that was not particularly enjoyable for the sprinters. For Green Jersey holder
Jasper Philipsen that was no different.
“It was one of the toughest days in this Tour. I hope there won't be any more days like this," said the
Alpecin-Deceuninck rider in his post-stage interview with Sporza. “We raced for a really long time today. At one point the peloton was completely broken up. I was in a good group for a long time, which was nice. It was still a fairly comfortable day, but it was difficult. It was a good day for the team, although we had no one with us in the breakaway. But there are still opportunities.”
