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Pogacar takes stage six at Tour de France, regains yellow jersey

The Guardian Sport • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 4:33 PM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Pogacar takes stage six at Tour de France, regains yellow jersey

Summary

Tadej Pogacar won stage six of the 2026 Tour de France on July 9, reclaiming the yellow jersey. The stage featured a challenging climb over the Col du Tourmalet, where Pogacar made a decisive move with just over four kilometers remaining. He finished the stage two minutes and 38 seconds ahead of Jonas Vingegaard. Pogacar's victory marks his second stage win of this Tour and comes after he started the day tied on time with Vingegaard. The race continues with stage seven set for July 10, from Hagetmau to Bordeaux, covering 175.1 kilometers.

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By the Numbers

•Pogacar attacked near the end of the 17-kilometer climb.
•Vingegaard finished second, maintaining competitive pressure.
•Isaac Del Toro rounded out the top three, further showcasing UAE Team Emirates' strength.
•Stage seven takes place on July 10, covering 175.1 kilometers.

Latest Updates

5:29 PMThe Guardian Sport — Pogacar overwhelms Vingegaard on Col du Tourmalet to take overall lead of Tour
4:33 PMYahoo Sports — Pogacar regains yellow jersey at Tour de France with stage-six win
4:31 PMYahoo Sports — Tour de France Stage 6 winner: Tadej Pogačar conquers iconic mountain stage

What they're saying

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Four-time champion dominates 17km climb to win stage six French president Emmanuel Macron in attendance Tadej Pogacar powered alone to the summit of the mighty Col du Tourmalet, deep in the Hautes-Pyrénées, and rode on to victory on stage six to Gavarnie-Gèdre, taking an emphatic overall lead in the 2026 Tour de France. In the shadow of the towering cliffs of the Cirque de Gavarnie, and under the gaze of President Macron, Pogacar was imperious. Only his perennial rival, Jonas Vingegaard, was able to give chase and by the end of the stage, even his resistance seemed futile. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jeremy Whittle in Gavarnie-Gèdre

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Tadej Pogacar delivered a statement victory over the Tourmalet as he retook the yellow jersey on stage six of the Tour de France on Thursday. Pogacar attacked with a little over four kilometres left of the 17-kilometre climb over the Pyrenean giant, 43km from the end of the stage, and rode clear of his rival Jonas Vingegaard down the descent and up the final climb into Gavarnie-Gedre.
— Yahoo Sports