Belgian sprinter Tim Merlier continued his dominance at the Tour de France, securing his third victory of the race on Thursday. Merlier claimed the win in Stage 12, further solidifying his status as the event's leading sprinter.
The 179.1-km ride from Nevers to Chalon-sur-Saone culminated in a dramatic and chaotic finale. As the riders sprinted toward the finish line, the dash became crash-marred, resulting in several riders falling.
Despite the chaos of the finish, Merlier emerged on top to clinch the stage victory. This latest win marks his third stage success in this year's competition.