Lampre-Merida rider Ruben Plaza Molina of Spain celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the 201-km (124 miles) 16th stage of the 102nd Tour de France cycling race from Bourg-de-Peage to Gap, France, July 20, 2015. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini
GAP, France (Reuters) - Chris Froome was reminded just how quickly the Tour de France title could slip from his grip as his Sky team mate Geraint Thomas suffered a freak crash in Monday's 16th stage.
The day's laurels went to Spaniard Ruben Plaza Molina although the action was way behind as Froome's key lieutenant Thomas was sent flying off the road.
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