Isaac Del Toro, right, and Paul Seixas. left, battle on the mountain climbs of the Tour de France as cycling's next generation comes to the fore.
Tadej Pogacar romped to another dominant Tour de France victory, but cycling fans were treated to a glimpse into the future with the battle for the best young rider's white jersey.
After a close contest which began right from the Grand Départ in Barcelona, Mexican Isaac del Toro, 22, edged 19-year old French prodigy Paul Seixas both to third place and the white jersey.
Pogacar may go on dominating the sport for many more years, but at the very least he is likely to face some stiffer opposition as younger rivals mature and progress.
"The next generation is looking very sharp," said Pogacar, pointing to his friend and teammate Del Toro. "A lot of other riders are coming up super strong. It's a good future for cycling, what's coming in the next years."
