Rafael Valls (Footon-Servetto) breaks free from the peloton on the way to Ax-3-Domaines. The 23 year has so far made a great show of force in the mountains in this his first Tour de France, and looks to have a bright future in the race.
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The breakaway winds through the Gorges des l'Audes on the way to Ax-3-Domaines in Stage 14 of the 2010 Tour de France.
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Denis Menchov (Rabobank) has made his presence known to the field of GC contenders on the slopes of Ax-3-Domaines, and has been quoted saying he is aiming for the number two position on the podium on the Champs-Elysees in the 2010 Tour de France.
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The peloton winds up the first climb in the Pyrenees, the Port de Pailheres, in Stage 14 of the 2010 Tour de France.
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Robert Gesink (Rabobank) exudes the face of suffering on the roads to Ax-3-Domaines in Stage 14 of the 2010 Tour de France. Currently in second place for the young rider's white jersey competition, he has been able to wear that jersey on the days Andy Schleck is in yellow. Gesink lies in 6th in the overall General Classification.
(Photo: Yuzuru Sunada)