Ten biggest moments of the Tour’s first 10 days
- By Ben Delaney
- Published Jul. 12, 2011
Although we haven’t yet reached the high mountains, the 2011 Tour de France has already been one giant rollercoaster of a ride. With 10 stages in the books as of Tuesday, we thought it appropriate to take a look back. And besides, who doesn’t love a good Top 10 list?
Top 10 Most Impressive Moments of the Tour’s First 10 Days
(Not necessarily the 10 best moments, mind you…)
10. Horner riding it in despite concussion
RadioShack’s Chris Horner was among the unfortunate victims of a late-race pileup on stage 7. He hit his head hard, and was in a ditch for some time as the race charged up the road. After finally remounting, Horner road alongside the race medical car, where a doctor gave him a quick vision and awareness check, holding up fingers for him to see and so forth.
After finishing in a grupetto 12 minutes back, Horner was clearly dazed when riding through the Tour’s typical crowded chaos just past the finish.
What’s so impressive? Go outside and spin around 30 times with your head on a baseball bat until you’re good and dizzy, and then try to ride your bike.
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