The 200.5-kilometre 18th stage from Pinerolo returned to France, finishing at Galibier Serre-Chevalier - at an altitude of 2,645metres - and presented an opportunity for the overall favourites to attack.
Andy Schleck (Leopard Trek), runner-up to Alberto Contador in each of the last two years, did just that but could not end Voeckler's stint in the yellow jersey.
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