“Passage from one state to another, generally slow and gradual. This is the definition of the word transition. A term that makes it possible to characterize this fourth step. Okay, heads, however. The transition was carried out at almost 45.02 km/h. Or a sacred average! But the peloton was able to “rest” by mastering three then two fugitives. No doubt the last four traces have also played in this desire not to fight battle.
The layout also offered little difficulties outside the Marigny coast. And the overwhelming domination of Wiebes in the sprint also slows down the ardor of its competitors. Relax, the half -vollering leader was able to pass a stage without too many galleys after her fall. There was no strike and therefore a real transition before the middle mountain announced in Guéret.
Cycling enthusiasts were undoubtedly disappointed. The followers and people present in Poitiers much less, as they were able to appreciate the major champions starting with Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, capable of signing autographs by recovering from Home-Trainer. Well, now, make way for the show?