Italian sprinter Jonathan Milan has finally broken his drought after 113 stages, securing victory in stage 8 of the Tour de France. Milan, who joined Lidl-Trek 18 months ago, outpaced Wout van Aert in a thrilling bunch sprint finish in Laval.
Milan’s win comes after several close calls in previous stages, including being edged out by Merlier and coming within just a few bike lengths of the Yellow Jersey on stage three. Despite the setbacks, Milan remained undeterred, and his team rallied around him to help secure the victory.
The stage was marked by a chaotic finish, with several teams jostling for position in the final kilometers. However, Lidl-Trek’s experienced riders expertly positioned Milan at the front of the pack, allowing him to unleash his trademark sprint style and take the win.
“I knew that with this team, I could get a good result,” Milan said. “My teammates really guided me perfectly, and they gave the best of themselves to help me. It was a tough final, but we worked well together, and it paid off in the end.”
The stage 8 victory marks a significant boost for Lidl-Trek, who have been working to regain their form after several disappointing results early in the tournament. Milan’s win is a testament to his skill and dedication as a sprinter, and he will undoubtedly be eager to build on this momentum in the coming stages of the Tour de France.
Source: https://racing.trekbikes.com/stories/lidl-trek/jonathan-milan-wins-his-first-tour-de-france-stage