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With the world champion set to seal a fourth Tour title this weekend, this is how he ensured his supremacy in the sport's biggest race
The two-time champion was frustrated as he was brought down in the finish area at the top of the legendary climb
Watch Tour de France stage 16 online: All the broadcasters and streams for the Mont Ventoux showdown
Fans in the UK can watch stage 16 of the Tour de France for free on ITV4 and its streaming platform ITVX, with coverage starting at 14:00 BST. Alternatively, TNT Sports 1 and Discovery+ (£30.99/month) have full coverage from 11:00 BST.
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The ascent to hell on the punishing slopes of Mont Ventoux is one of the Tour de France's most formidable and iconic theatres and has a history dotted with drama and tragedy.
In 1951, the Tour de France peloton lined up in Montpellier to climb Mont Ventoux for the very first time. This Tuesday, they return to the Giant of Provence, one of the most iconic and foreboding climbs in world cycling, for the 11th time in the history of the race.
Mont Ventoux made its Tour de France debut during the 1951 Tour de France when it was featured in the 224km 17th stage from Montpellier to Avignon with the Greek-born, ...