ItalyThe fourth stage of the 2026 Tour de France saw a dramatic change in the general classification as Norwegian cyclist Torstein Træen unexpectedly took the yellow jersey from Tadej Pogačar. Træen, riding for Uno-X Mobility, remained in the peloton while leading favorites were delayed by over 13 minutes. This victory marks the peak of a career built on patience and resilience, especially after a personal tragedy in May 2022. During a doping test, an elevated level of hCG was detected, which later revealed a testicular tumor rather than doping. Træen underwent surgery and returned to racing within months, achieving notable results including a win at the Giro di Svizzera in 2024 and strong performances at the Vuelta a España. Now leading the Tour de France, he faces challenges from Sean Quinn and the reigning leaders Pogačar and Vingegaard.
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