During the late stretches of the Tour de France’s second stage, holes in the road surface often become a recurring hazard. Punctures and flats appear on bike cameras, and officials note the frequent presence of sharp objects on the route. The incident pattern has drawn attention from several directors who watched the riders wheel through the final kilometers with heightened caution.
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Pogacar adds pressure on the final asphalt and Lafay claims the stage.
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“They put a pin on us. Nearly all of the riders faced disruptions, with Victor Lafay standing out as one of the fortunate few who avoided a setback. The concern grew as there were reports of a large number of tacks scattered on the course,” explained a sports director from Cofidis, who asked to remain unnamed.
Riders from several teams encountered similar issues, with mechanics and team staff noting a spike in flats across the peloton as the path ahead proved treacherous.