Van der Poel Wins Tour de France Stage 9 Amid Extreme Heat

In Corrèze, France, temperatures neared 40 °C, prompting organizers to shorten the route by 30 km. Despite the heat, Van der Poel out-sprinted his rivals in the final meters.

Competitors like Johannessen and Pidcock attempted breakaways but were unable to match his pace. The win solidifies his position at the top of the general standings.