Van Aert withdraws from Tour for birth of child

Van Aert withdraws from Tour for birth of child

Wout van Aert of Jumbo-Visma has left the Tour de France to go back to his wife’s house where she will soon offer delivery.

He also played a significant role in Jonas Vingegaard’s success, who, after taking the lead for more than seven hours, is aiming for his second consecutive Tour victory.

Van Aert stated,” We have decided that my area is now at home after consulting with the group.”

When my wife said she needed me, I always assumed I would return back. The moment has arrived.

Van Aert, who has won nine Tour stages during his career, was favourite to win the second stage but finished second after Frenchman Victor Lafay produced a brilliantly timed attack with 900m to go.

And he came second on stage 15, which also saw a spectator taking a selfie cause a crash involving 20 riders.

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