But more importantly it was the way in which Evans attacked on the descent over the Col de Manse that saw him finally crack the resolve of the Schleck brothers, Andy and Frank.
Not even defending champion Alberto Contador could hang onto Evans' wheel, despite the Spaniard throwing everything at the Australian in the last 11km.
The miserable weather, the high pace of the stage, and the climb, all played into the Australian rider's hands.
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