Time: 2024-07-20
The 2024 Tour de France is nearing its end with UAE Team Emirates 's Tadej Pogacar maintaining a significant lead after winning Stage 19 . Pogacar 's commanding performance solidified his lead with an impressive time of 4 hours 4 minutes and 3 seconds . This marks his fourth stage win and third time wearing the yellow jersey at this year 's Tour de France , showcasing his dominance in the competition.
During Stage 19 , American cyclist Matteo Jorgenson also made a strong showing by finishing second behind Pogacar . Jorgenson 's performance propelled him into the top 10 of the overall standings , demonstrating the intense competition among riders in the Tour de France . Additionally , Derek Gee climbed to the eighth position , while Giulio Ciccone experienced a drop in rankings as the competition heated up.
As the Tour de France approaches its conclusion , Pogacar 's lead remains substantial , with over a five - minute gap separating him from his closest competitors . With only two stages left before the finish line in Nice , France , riders are gearing up for the final push in this prestigious cycling event.
Looking ahead , fans are already speculating about the upcoming Vuelta a España , with discussions swirling around the potential lineup for the UAE Team . While rumors of Pogacar attempting the grand tour treble or Juan Ayuso returning to race in Spain circulated , team CEO Mauro Gianetti quickly dismissed these speculations . Gianetti emphasized the strength of the team 's roster and ruled out any drastic changes for the Vuelta.
Despite rumors suggesting contractual agreements that may impact the team 's decision - making process , Gianetti made it clear that performance is the ultimate determinant of race participation . As Pogacar continues to excel on the cycling stage , the team remains focused on maintaining its competitive edge in future races.
Stage 20 of the Tour de France is set to take place on Saturday , covering a challenging mountain route from Nice to Col De La Couillole . Cycling enthusiasts can catch all the action on Peacock or Fubo , with coverage starting at 7:45 a.m. ET . As the Tour de France draws to a close , anticipation is building for the thrilling conclusion of this prestigious cycling event.