The 17th stage of the return to France, arriving in Valence, was not only marked by the victory for Sprint by Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek), but also by an unusual episode that surprised all present: a cyclist decided to invade the course and tried to cross the goal line before professional cyclists, forcing the organization to intervene immediately.
The safety response was quick and effective. A police officer and a member of the organization were able to intercep the individual in the final stretch, knocking him to the ground in an authentic “plate” worthy of a rugby game.
Incident that occurred today on the finish line in Valence a few moments before the arrival of the runners of the Tour de France 2025 (17th stage of the Tour de France 2025 between Bollène and Valence)
— Florent Mejean (@FlorentMejean)
The invader was promptly detained, and the race followed without further incidents, although already very tension due to rain and the various falls recorded in the final kilometers.
