Tim Merlier wins his 3rd Tour de France stage in a crash-hit 12th-stage sprint
A chaotic finish with Fernando Gaviria’s late crash sets up Merlier’s third win, while Tadej Pogacar keeps control.

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A chaotic finish with Fernando Gaviria’s late crash sets up Merlier’s third win, while Tadej Pogacar keeps control.
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