Froome's rivals not good enough as Tour de France disappoints

Chris Froome (left) celebrates his victory with Team Sky. Photograph: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images This year's Tour de France had been advertised as an exciting battle royale between four great......

Late bloomer Froome wins second Tour de France title

Team Sky rider Chris Froome of Britain (right), the race leader's yellow jersey, is kissed by his wife Michelle as he celebrates his victory after the 109.5-km (68 miles) final 21st stage of the......

Tour de France: Froome has lead cut; Nibali wins 19th stage

Italy 's Vincenzo Nibali celebrates winning 19th stage. Photograph: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images Chris Froome has one more mountainous hurdle to overcome to claim a second Tour de France title after......

Tour de France: Froome retains lead; Thomas suffers freak crash

Team Sky rider Chris Froome of Britain, wearing the race leader's yellow jersey, speeds along the Manse pass during the 16th stage of the Tour de France. Photograph: Eric Gaillard/Reuters Chris......

Tour de France: Froome takes lead; Martin crashes out

Injured yellow jersey wearer Tony Martin of Etixx-Quick Step is given assistance after a fall close to the finish. Photograph: Bryn Lennon/Getty Images Tour de France leader Tony Martin abandoned......