World number three Novak Djokovic refused to get too far ahead of himself after booking his third-round berth at the French Open with consummate ease on Wednesday.
Lopez prevailed at the end of the 170-km trek from Grenoble, 15 seconds ahead of Roglic, who extended his advantage over fellow Slovenian Tadej Pogacar to 57 seconds, four days before the final parade in Paris.
Michal Kwiatkowski, the unsung hero of Team Sky/Ineos during their dominant years, claimed his maiden Tour de France victory
Norway's Kristoff outsprinted Danish world champion Mads Pedersen after 156 km around Nice.
Usain Bolt retained his 100 metres title at the IAAF World Championship, in Beijing, on Sunday.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Friday.
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