POLICE have been asked to launch an investigation after around 30 Tour de France riders suffered punctures when tacks were placed on the route.
Race officials called for the French authorities to look into the apparent sabotage at stage 14 of the race between Limoux and Foix.
Following the punctures, race leader Bradley Wiggins temporarily called a halt to competitive racing after defending champion Cadel Evans was among those affected.
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