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Tour de France 2025: stage five updates from the time trial from Caen – live

The GuardianWednesday, July 9, 2025 at 11:54:50 AM

The Tour de France is heating up with Stage 5, a time trial in Caen that’s shaping up to be a thrilling showdown. All eyes are on young phenom Remco Evenepoel, who’s not only the favorite to win today but also still in the running for the best young rider title. Expect high-speed drama as riders race against the clock—and each other.

Editor’s Note: Time trials are where individual skill and raw speed take center stage, and this one’s extra spicy with Evenepoel in the mix. A win here could set the tone for the rest of the Tour, especially for the under-25 contenders. For cycling fans, it’s a must-watch moment in a grueling three-week saga.

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