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.
