This stage pays homage to one of the greatest exploits in Tour history. In 1969, on a stage that crossed the same four passes as today's, race leader Eddy Merckx launched a solo attack at the foot of the Aubisque and rode away to the finish in Mourenx, just west of Pau, arriving almost eight minutes clear of his rivals.
It would be astounding to see anyone attempt to copy the Belgian's incredible ride, especially given the long run-in to the finish.
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As it happened: Multi-discipline star takes victory at La Fleche Wallonne women 2025
Don't miss the action from the elite women's 140.7-kilometre race, including the iconic finish up the Mur de Huy -
La Flèche Wallonne Femmes: Puck Pieterse powers past Demi Vollering for victory atop Mur de Huy
Elisa Longo Borghini takes third ahead of Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney -
Karcher K2 Classic review: Karcher’s entry-level pressure washer is capable, but rather loud
The Karcher K2 is a solid, entry-level pressure washer that will make light work of dirt on the bike and help protect your paintwork -
Tour of the Alps GC in a stand-off ahead of Queen stage as favourites look at each other behind Storer
Stage 4 touted as the hardest day of race with Hindley, Ciccone and Decathlon AG2R all closely matched so far
