Moncoutie storms to Bastille win
Moncoutie became the 15th Frenchman since World War II to win on France’s national holiday. It was his second stage win in five Tours.
“It’s fabulous,” Moncoutie said. “I’m so happy to win. It’s July 14.”
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SUBSCRIBEMoncoutie became the 15th Frenchman since World War II to win on France’s national holiday. It was his second stage win in five Tours.
“It’s fabulous,” Moncoutie said. “I’m so happy to win. It’s July 14.”
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