Frenchman Lilian Calmejane of Direct Energie soloed to victory on stage 8 to Les Rousses, mimicking his compatriot Sylvain Chavanel who did it seven years ago and winning at the age of 24 the same way he did as a neo pro at the Vuelta a España last year. It was a very eventful race with top class contenders in the different breakaways. Chris Froome managed to retain the yellow jersey ahead of grueling climbs on the way to Chambéry.
STAGE RESULT
1. Lilian Calmejane (Direct Energie) in 04H 30′ 29”
2. Robert Gesink (Team Lotto NL – Jumbo), at 37’’
3. Guillaume Martin (Wanty-Groupe Gobert), at 50’’
INDIVIDUAL GENERAL CLASSIFICATION
1. Christopher Froome (Team Sky)
2. Geraint Thomas (Team Sky) at 12’’
3. Fabio Aru (Astana Pro Team) at 14’’
