Tour de France Rider McNulty Confronted by Angry Motorist
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Tour de France Rider McNulty Confronted by Angry Motorist

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American cyclist Brandon McNulty was confronted by a furious driver before Tuesday’s Tour de France time trial in Thonon-les-Bains, France. The incident occurred as McNulty traveled to the start of stage 16.

The confrontation involved an angry motorist who overtook McNulty and then stopped his vehicle, according to Mauro Gianetti, the CEO of UAE Emirates XRG. Gianetti shared details with broadcaster Eurosport, explaining that the driver was visibly enraged when he confronted the cyclist. The reason for the driver’s anger remains unclear from the available information.

McNulty is a teammate of Tadej Pogačar, the current overall race leader in the Tour de France. The incident occurred prior to stage 16's time trial, potentially disrupting McNulty’s preparation for the event. No further details regarding potential legal action or involvement of authorities were provided.

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