Thymen Arensman wins Stage 14 as Pogacar covers Vingegaard's attack

Thymen Arensman of Ineos Grenadiers claimed victory in Stage 14 of the 2025 Tour de France, marking the team's first win of the tour. Meanwhile, Tadej Pogacar of UAE Team Emirates-XRG continued to solidify his position in the general classification, extending his lead over Jonas Vingegaard of Visma-Lease a Bike by six vital seconds

The stage unfolded dramatically as Arensman broke away from the peloton early, demonstrating remarkable tenacity and skill. His solo effort culminated in a memorable victory, as he crossed the finish line with a commanding lead. “This win means everything to me and the team,” Arensman stated. “We have worked incredibly hard, and to finally see that hard work pay off is just incredible.”

While Arensman basked in the glory of his triumph, the battle for the yellow jersey intensified as Pogacar executed a strategic play. In the final climb, he followed an attack from Vingegaard, showcasing both his resilience and tactical acumen. Rather than chasing the stage victory outright, Pogacar opted to conserve energy, ultimately finishing second in the sprint. This decision allowed him to extend his overall lead in the general classification, inching closer to what could be his fourth Tour de France title.

Pogacar's performance did not go unnoticed. “I knew today was going to be tough, especially with Jonas attacking,” he remarked. “I chose to play it smart and focus on maintaining my lead. It’s about the long game, and I’m happy with how things turned out.”

In a surprising turn of events, Florian Lipowitz from Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe secured a podium position after Remco Evenepoel of Soudal Quick-Step was forced to abandon the race early on due to struggles. Lipowitz’s strong finish adds an exciting dynamic to the competition as the tour progresses.

As the riders prepare for the next stages, the tension continues to build within the peloton. With only a few stages remaining, each moment counts, and the fight for the yellow jersey promises to be a nail-biting affair.