On July 14th, Canadian cyclist Michael Woods made history by becoming the first Canadian to win a stage at the Tour de France. Woods, riding for the EF Education First Pro Cycling Team, won the stage at the legendary Mont Ventoux in the south of France.
The Mont Ventoux is a mountain that has been featured in the Tour de France since 1951 and is known for its steep slopes and strong winds. Woods had to battle both the mountain and the wind to take the stage victory. He was able to break away from the pack and finish the stage with a time of 4 hours, 15 minutes, and 34 seconds.
Woods’ victory was a huge moment for Canadian cycling. He is the first Canadian to ever win a stage at the Tour de France, and his victory is sure to inspire a new generation of Canadian cyclists.
Woods’ win was also a testament to his hard work and dedication. He has been competing in professional cycling since 2014 and has been a consistent presence in the peloton ever since. He has won stages at other major races, such as the Vuelta a Espana and the Giro d’Italia, but this win at Mont Ventoux was his biggest victory yet.
The Tour de France is one of the most prestigious cycling events in the world, and Michael Woods’ victory is sure to be remembered for years to come. His win is a great example of what can be achieved with hard work and dedication, and it will hopefully inspire more Canadians to take up cycling and pursue their dreams.
