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Mark Cavendish Breaks Tour de France Record with Miraculous 35th Win

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Cycling history was made as Mark Cavendish claimed his 35th stage win in a stunning sprint finish at the Tour de France.

Mark Cavendish, the legendary sprinter, has etched his name in cycling history by breaking the Tour de France record with an incredible 35th stage win. At 39 years old, Cavendish's journey to this milestone victory has been filled with challenges, including a devastating crash and five winless years plagued by illness. However, his determination and resilience shone through as he surpassed Eddy Merckx's record on stage five in Saint Vulbas. The Manx Missile's triumph was not just a win but a testament to his unwavering spirit and unparalleled sprinting prowess.

Cavendish's historic achievement not only solidifies his status as one of the greatest cyclists of all time but also serves as inspiration for athletes worldwide. His record-breaking win on Stage 5 of the Tour de France exemplifies the power of perseverance and passion in the face of adversity. As he crossed the finish line with sheer determination, Cavendish not only surpassed a legendary milestone but also etched his name in the annals of cycling history for generations to come.

In a sport where every second counts, Cavendish's unrivaled sprinting ability and unwavering dedication have propelled him to unparalleled heights. His 35th stage win at the Tour de France is not just a victory but a testament to the relentless pursuit of excellence and the indomitable human spirit. Mark Cavendish's legacy as the most successful stage winner in Tour de France history is a reminder that with grit, tenacity, and passion, any challenge can be overcome.

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Mark Cavendish breaks Tour de France record for stage wins (Sky News)

At 39 years old - having come back from a heartbreaking crash in what was meant to be his final Tour de France, and five winless years marked by illness and ...

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Tour de France: Mark Cavendish claims record-breaking 35th stage ... (BBC Sport)

Briton Mark Cavendish claims the outright Tour de France stage win record by taking his 35th victory to surpass Eddy Merckx on stage five in Saint Vulbas.

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Mark Cavendish makes history with record-breaking stage win at ... (The Independent)

Cavendish surpassed Eddy Merckx by sprinting to victory on Stage 5 in Saint-Vulbas.

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Mark Cavendish creates history with record 35th win at Tour de ... (Eurosport.com)

Mark Cavendish (Astana Qazaqstan) claimed the outright record of stage victories at the Tour de France with a stunning and emotional sprint win on Stage 5.

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Tour de France: Mark Cavendish carves history with all-time record ... (Cyclingnews.com)

Astana Qazaqstan sprinter sets new mark with 35th stage victory at Tour.

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Mark Cavendish breaks Tour de France record with miraculous 35th ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Mark Cavendish, cycling's greatest sprinter, said that he was in disbelief after winning a record 35th Tour de France stage in Saint-Vulbas.

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Mark Cavendish powers to record-breaking 35th Tour de France ... (The Guardian)

Mark Cavendish has overtaken Eddy Merckx as the Tour de France's stage win record-holder with 35 wins after triumphing on stage five of this year's race.

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Mark Cavendish cements legendary status as cycling's most ... (Cyclingnews.com)

'I'm a little bit in disbelief' says Cavendish after claiming a record-breaking 35th stage win at the Tour de France.

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Tour de France Stage 5: Mark Cavendish Takes Record-Breaking ... (Bicycling)

Defying the odds, the Manx Missile becomes the most successful stage winner in Tour de France history.

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Tour de France 2024: Mark Cavendish wins record-breaking 35th ... (The Guardian)

The Manx Missile made history with a triumphant sprint finish to win stage five, a victory which left him 'in disbelief'

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Mark Cavendish makes history with record-breaking 35th Tour de ... (road.cc)

The Tour de France is bigger than cycling”: The 39-year-old former world champion rolled back the years with a stunning sprint in Saint Vulbas to move ahead ...

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Mark Cavendish breaks Tour de France stage win record with victory ... (Cycling Weekly)

The Manxman powers to win in Saint Vulbas to take 35th win and history.

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Sir Mark Cavendish goes from vomiting on side of road to Tour de ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Mark Cavendish won a record 35th stage of the Tour de France at the age of 39 taking him him past Belgian legend Eddy Merckx.

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How Mark Cavendish secured his historic 35th stage win (Rouleur)

One of the most satisfying aspects of Mark Cavendish's stunning, history-making victory today, was just how vintage a Cavendish sprint it was.

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To win a Tour stage at 39 is a stunning feat of endurance in a sport where many careers last less than two years.

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Against All Odds, Mark Cavendish Leaves the World in Awe (Bicycling)

July 3rd, 2024, should now forever be known as Sir Mark Cavendish Day. The Manx Missile now holds the record for most Tour de France stage wins of all time, ...

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'The best sprinter of all time': cycling hails Mark Cavendish's feat (The Guardian)

Major figures in cycling hailed Mark Cavendish after he set a new record for Tour de France stage victories.

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Mark Cavendish: All 35 of Manx Missile's record-breaking stage ... (Eurosport.com)

Mark Cavendish carved his name into history today as he became the all-time record holder for the most stage victories at the Tour de France.

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Mark Cavendish earns Tour de France immortality with 35th stage win (BBC News)

Last year was supposed to be his 14th and final Tour, but the dream of ending his career with the outright record motivated him to delay his retirement and make ...

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Mark Cavendish backed for 'Project 36' - and maybe even more ... (Eurosport.com)

Just moments after winning a record-breaking 35th stage at the Tour de France, Mark Cavendish was backed to add up to four more to his haul.

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British Cycling chief hopes Sir Mark Cavendish puts off retirement ... (Sky News)

A record-breaking Tour de France could still be followed by Sir Mark Cavendish competing at the Paris Olympics. And the hope of British Cycling is that the ...

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How Mark Cavendish out-thought his rivals to win a record 35th Tour ... (The Independent)

Cavendish may not be the fastest rider in the peloton but his determination to hog the best position on the road and his intelligence to surf rivals' wheels ...

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We round-up some of the best reactions to Mark Cavendish's record-breaking 35th Tour de France stage win.

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163.5km run from Mâcon looks like another day for the sprinters.

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Up close and personal with Mark Cavendish's record breaking ... (Cyclingnews.com)

Tour de France stage win number 35 was won aboard a rather special Wilier.

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