Tour de France 2025 - Stage 16

05.07-27.07

Valentin Paret-Peintre gave France its first stage win of the Tour by outsprinting Ben Healy at the summit of Mont Ventoux. The Frenchman emerged from a large breakaway and was helped in the finale by teammate Ilan Van Wilder. Jonas Vingegaard launched multiple attacks in the GC battle, but Tadej Pogacar responded calmly. The two finished together, 43 seconds behind the stage winner.

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Tour de France 2025 Stage 16: Start time and expected finish

Neutralised start: 12.10
Expected finish: 16.44

About Tour de France 2025 Stage 16 beforehand

Stage 16 starts in Montpellier and finishes on the legendary Mont Ventoux - 19.5 kilometres at 7.9%. Known for its barren slopes and brutal winds, the climb returns for the first time since the chaotic 2016 stage. Expect fireworks on one of cycling’s most iconic mountains.

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