British cyclist Mark Cavendish has smashed a 49-year-old record at the Tour de France, claiming his 35th career stage win in a *legendary* sprint finish! The 39-year-old surpassed Belgian icon Eddy Merckx's tally on Wednesday, proving age is just a number in cycling's toughest race.
Dubbed the 'Manx Missile,' Cavendish powered past rival Jasper Philipsen in the final 100 meters of Stage 5, sparking wild celebrations with his Astana team. 'I’m in disbelief,' he said post-race, surrounded by family. 'I’ve always needed to win *more*—it’s what drives me.'
This victory wasn’t just about numbers. After a career-threatening crash in 2022 and battling stomach issues earlier this week, Cavendish’s comeback is straight out of a Hollywood script. 'I don’t like suffering,' he joked, 'but I know how to push through.'
While two-time champ Tadej Pogacar kept his yellow jersey, the day belonged to Cavendish—the sprint king who’s now unmatched in Tour history. Fans worldwide flooded social media with emojis, celebrating a man who’s raced in 15 Tours but still burns brighter than ever.
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The 39-year-old surpassed Belgian icon Eddy Merckx's tally on Wednesday, proving age is just a number in cycling's toughest race.
'I’m in disbelief,' he said post-race, surrounded by family. 'I’ve always needed to win *more*—it’s what drives me.'
'I don’t like suffering,' he joked, 'but I know how to push through.'
Fans worldwide flooded social media with 
emojis, celebrating a man who’s raced in 15 Tours but still burns brighter than ever.
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