Lead change shrouded in controversy

Gerolsteiner's Stefan Schumacher gets up as the yellow jersey rides into the distance

Gerolsteiner's Stefan Schumacher gets up as the yellow jersey rides into the distance (Image credit: Bettini Photo)

The finish of stage 6 was somewhat controversial, with Gerolsteiner's Stefan Schumacher crashing within sight of the line and conceding the yellow jersey to closest rival Kim Kirchen (Team Columbia). Cyclingnews' Shane Stokes gets reactions to a dramatic finale at Super Besse.