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Welsh Cyclist Geraint Thomas Wins Tour De France

Thomas emerged from the shadows as a support rider for teammate and four-time champion Chris Froome to become the first Welshman to win the tour.
Geraint Thomas of Great Britain carries the flag of Wales during the 105th Tour de France 2018, Stage 21 stage from Houilles to Paris on Sunday.

U.K. cyclist Geraint Thomas crossed the Tour de France finish line on the Champs-Élysées Sunday to become the first Welshman to take the honor.

Thomas, 32, wearing the yellow jersey of the overall leader crossed the line arm-in-arm with teammate Chris Froome,

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