MOSCOW, July 25 The Russian Cycling Federation congratulated the Russian cyclist on its website Bora-Hansgrohe team Alexander Vlasov with fifth place in the general classification of the Tour de France. On Sunday, Vlasov became fifth in the overall standings, losing 15 minutes 46 seconds to the winner of the stage race Dane Jonas Vingegor. At the sixth stage, the Russian had an accident, but returned to the peloton. «Tour de France» — 2022 was the debut for 26-year-old Vlasov. «Alexander, congratulations on your high place in the general classification at the Tour de France. You have demonstrated excellent preparation and sports character, will and perseverance. Your debut at the Tour de France» and a high place in the general classification was a real gift for the Cycling Federation and all Russian fans. We sincerely congratulate you and look forward to new successes,» the message says. For the first time in 14 years, the Russian hit the top five in the overall Tour de France». In 2008, Denis Menshov became fourth. After the Austrian Bernard Kohl was disqualified for doping, the representative of Russia rose to third place.
