With four big stages in the Pyrenees during this years tour many people thought we would see the first real shake up in the overall GC. However all we got was a few mini attacks which brought only miniscule time-gaps to the forefront. There were a some big winners in the Pyrenees this year, Thor Hushovd once again showing that his power and grit determination was enough to secure him his first stage victory of this years tour. As well as convincing many that he is an all-round superb grand tour rider as he clinched stage 13.
Jelle Vanendert was the man saying farewell to the Pyrenees with the biggest smile as he had the Polka-dot jersey firmly on his shoulders. The Belgian rider rode away from the main GC contenders as they all looked at each other on the Plateau de Beille. He continues the success of the Omega Pharma-Lotto team this year after Andre Griepel's win on stage 10 in Carmaux, all this after team leader Jurgen Van Den Broeck had to leave the tour through injury.
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