The Norwegian rider , who is not known for his climbing ability , had been dropped by the Frenchman on the ascent of the Col d'Aubisque .
Was two minutes behind going over the summit , but steadily chipped away at Roy 's advantage .
The Norwegian rider , who is not known for his climbing ability , had been dropped by the Frenchman on the ascent of the Col d'Aubisque , and was two minutes behind going over the summit , but steadily chipped away at Roy 's advantage .