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Tim Merlier completes hat trick with Stage 12 win at Tour de France
By Field Level Media at Waco Tribune-Herald
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
Belgium's Tim Merlier won a wild sprint to the finish to claim Stage 12 of the Tour de France on Thursday during an attack-filled ride from Circuit Nevers Magny-Cours to Chalon-sur-Saone.
Why this matters in The Waco
The Tour de France may seem like a distant event, but for local cycling enthusiasts in Waco , Tim Merlier's Stage 12 win is a thrilling reminder of the sport's global reach and competitive fervor. As Waco's own cycling community continues to grow, with numerous bike trails and routes crisscrossing the city, the Tour de France serves as a benchmark for local riders to measure their skills and ambitions. The attack-filled ride from Circuit Nevers Magny-Cours to Chalon-sur-Saone, marked by Merlier's decisive sprint, will likely be studied by Waco's cycling coaches and athletes, who can appreciate the tactics and physical demands involved in such a grueling competition. With Merlier's hat trick win, local fans may be inspired to organize their own sprint competitions or watch parties, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared passion for the sport in the Waco area.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
Reading time: 1 min
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