It meant that almost right up to the new finishing line, fans could crowd by the roadside unhindered. But in the meantime, the footage of Froome, clad in yellow, running along the tarmac will live long in the memory. A late change to the intended finish on the iconic Ventoux mountain saw the 12th stage on Thursday cut by 6km for safety reasons. Tour director Christian Prudhomme said "exceptional circumstances" called for an "exceptional decision" to be made regarding Froome's reinstatement as race leader. MONT VENTOUX (FRANCE) - No matter what happens on the 2016 Tour de France it will forever be remembered for Chris Froome running on foot up Mont Ventoux in the yellow jersey.

Source: Bangkok Post July 15, 2016 02:37 UTC