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Mauro Schmid wins Tour de France stage 13 as Tom Pidcock climbs standings

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 5:18 PM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Mauro Schmid wins Tour de France stage 13 as Tom Pidcock climbs standings

Summary

Mauro Schmid achieved his first Tour de France stage victory at stage 13, finishing the race to Belfort. Tom Pidcock surged up the general classification, reaching fourth after being a significant part of a mass breakaway during the challenging stage. The riders faced demanding terrain, culminating in the climb at Ballon d’Alsace. Pidcock briefly held second place in the overall standings amidst fierce competition. As the Tour progresses, riders will seek to improve their positions in upcoming stages.

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By the Numbers

•Mauro Schmid wins Tour de France stage 13.
•Tom Pidcock rises to fourth in general classification.
•Pidcock was key in a mass breakaway.
•Stage featured a challenging climb at Ballon d’Alsace.
•Schmid claims his first career stage win.

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5:18 PMThe Guardian Sport — Tom Pidcock surges up standings while Mauro Schmid wins Tour de France stage 13

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British rider moves into fourth in general classification Schmid claims debut Tour win after mass breakaway Tom Pidcock leapt up the overall standings in the Tour de France, briefly climbing as high as second place, after a fulminating stage to Belfort ended in a debut Tour win for Swiss professional Mauro Schmid. Pidcock was one of the key instigators of a mass breakaway that formed on the rolling roads of the Jura and Doubs, on the long approach to the 9km climb of the Ballon d’Alsace, overlooking Belfort. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jeremy Whittle in Belfort

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