Behind The Race - Week 2 Tour de France

BEHIND THE RACE

The second week of the Tour de France has lifted the curtain on what really happens behind the race.

With the increasing pace and the growing fatigue, the spotlight wasn’t just on the riders, but on everything (and everyone) that keeps them moving. From early morning preparation to late-night recovery, from mechanics who take care of every detail to the staff who keep morale high: it was a week of collective effort, both on and off the bike.

At the heart of all this, one performance stood out: Oscar Onley, now 4th in the general classification. A result that speaks of consistency, determination, and the fight for every single second.

The road to Paris is still long, but the stories that really matter are already unfolding: on the climbs, in the team bus, among the crowd.

This is Behind the Race.

Proxima Team Edition in action: a wheel that combines lightness and efficiency, perfect for WorldTour professionals. Behind every setup is the precise and passionate work of the Team Picnic-PostNL mechanics, always ready to step in with speed and expertise. (Photo: Pocispix)

As the standings tighten and fatigue sets in, Oscar Onley achieves an incredible 4th place in the general classification. Every result comes from a perfect balance between athlete, strategy, and equipment. (Photo: CAuldphoto)

Tobias Lund Andresen in action along the road, between Muret and Carcassonne. As the Danish rider passes quickly, a curious spectator watches from a window of a house along the route. The Grande Boucle continues to offer fascinating scenes behind the competition. (Photo: CAuldphoto)

Children often line the roads during the Tour de France, excited to cheer for their favorite cyclists as they speed past. This highlights how the crowd, particularly young fans, passionately follow each stage, adding enthusiasm and encouragement to the race. (Photo: Pocispix)

Frank van den Broek at the finish in Carcassonne, at the end of the fifteenth stage of the Tour de France. After a long day of effort, the rider appears focused and visibly exhausted, a moment that reflects the tough challenges of each stage of the race. (Photo: Pocispix)