Ecuadorian rider Richard Carapaz secured the 20th stage of the 113th Tour de France on Alpe d'Huez, claiming the Queen stage victory.Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogacar, who leads the overall standings by 6 minutes and 26 seconds, is all but guaranteed a record-equalling fifth Tour title after seven years.

With Sunday's final stage likely to be a procession around Paris, Pogacar needs only to finish to clinch the feat, joining legends like Jacques Anquetil and Eddy Merckx.Carapaz also won the King of the Mountains jersey, while American rider Sepp Kuss crashed twice in the final 7km, ending his hopes.The stage featured four major climbs, with Carapaz securing maximum points on key ascents.Pogacar's teammate Isaac Del Toro finished third overall, earning the white jersey for young riders.The race highlights the intense competition and dramatic moments that define Grand Tours.