Kreuziger holds 13th place in Tour de France after competition’s 19th stage

Czech cyclist Roman Kreuziger is sitting in 13th place overall in the Tour de France after Friday’s 19th stage in the competition. He is the currently the youngest rider in the top 20 of the Tour. Speaking to Reuters on Friday, Kreuziger said he was enjoying his Tour de France debut, and that the competition was a ‘learning curve’ for him. The director of Kreuziger’s team, Liquigas, has said that he has been suitably impressed by the 22-year old. Stefano Zanatta praised Kreuziger for being ‘physically and mentally’ above other cyclists of his age.

Author: Rosie Johnston