Tejay Van Garderen and Brent Bookwalter break down an action-packed Stage 12 of the 2026 Tour de France, where the final true sprint opportunity delivered another dramatic finish. They discuss the high-speed battle for the stage victory, Tim Merlier’s bid for a third stage win, the late crash that disrupted the finale, and what it all means for the Tour’s fastest riders.
They also examine the latest green jersey battle, with Mads Pedersen continuing his fight to bring the points classification to Paris, and discuss how Stage 12 impacts the remaining contenders.
Finally, Tejay and Brent look ahead to Stage 13, where the sprinters take a back seat and the focus shifts back to the general classification. They preview how yellow jersey holder Tadej Pogačar is expected to approach the day’s terrain, whether anyone can put him under pressure, and what opportunities lie ahead for both Pogačar and Pedersen as the Tour enters its decisive stretch. #NBCSports #Cycling #TourDeFrance
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