Portuguese rider Rui Costa won today's 16th stage of the Tour de France.

The Movistar rider was part of a large 26-man group, which also included Ireland's Nicolas Roche, that had opened up a huge lead over the peleton during today's hilly stage into Gap.

Costa broke away on the final climb of the day to claim a solo victory by over 40 seconds.

Roche finished in 16th place overall but made up ground in the overall standings after starting the day in 38th place.

Race leader Chris Froome remained in the yellow jersey after finishing in the main group.