UK's Wiggins set to win Tour de France

Bradley Wiggins is hours away from sealing an historic Tour de France victory that would place him firmly in the pantheon of British sporting greats.

Sun, 22 Jul, 2012 - 11:51

Bradley Wiggins is hours away from sealing an historic Tour de France victory that would place him firmly in the pantheon of British sporting greats.

Barring a freak accident, the triple Olympic gold medallist is poised to become the first British winner of the coveted yellow jersey in the 99th edition of the gruelling race.

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