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Leading the Parade T18-38
Today is Bastille Day and the French in (and out of) the peloton all hope to win on their national holiday. Regardless of the slim chance that a break away will succeed on a preceived sprint stage, Fabien Grellier (Direct Energie) went out to lead the race and inspire the fans to hope for the elusive French victory on their equivalent of July 4th in the USA. Joining Grellier was the Dutchman, Marco Minnaard (Wanty-Groupe Gobert). Both teams are continuing their record of getting into every break in every road stage thus far.