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AP - Boston GlobeGRENOBLE, France - Cadel Evans seized the
Tour de France yellow jersey in the next-to-last stage yesterday, all but
giving Australia its first victory in cycling’s showpiece event and capping one of the more dramatic races in years.
The two-time runner-up took the overall lead by overcoming a 57-second deficit to Andy Schleck of Luxembourg in the time trial.
A red-eyed Evans choked up on the victory podium, holding back tears before hurling the winner’s bouquet into the crowd.
“I really can’t quite believe it right now,’’ the 34-year-old Aussie said. “I have been concentrating on one event for so long.’’
Although there is one more stage - today’s ceremonial finish along the Champs-Elysees in Paris - the leader after the time trial is almost certain to be the winner. Launching a successful attack during that flat ride is virtually impossible.
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Two brothers from Luxembourg took second and third place: Andy Schleck and Frank Schleck (team Leopard-Trek). Cadel Evans raced on BMC Racing Team.
Team Radioshack is 11/22 behind at 1hr 52min 31s
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Although there is one more stage - today’s ceremonial finish along the Champs-Elysees in Paris - the leader after the time trial is almost certain to be the winner. Launching a successful attack during that flat ride is virtually impossible.