Chris Froome crowned Tour de France winner for third time

Chris Froome has made history by becoming the first British rider to win three Tour de France titles.

The Team Sky rider left himself on the brink of victory after safely negotiating the rain-soaked penultimate stage in the Alps on Saturday to protect his overall lead.

Froome made no mistake when reaching the finishing line in Paris this evening, adding to his previous successes in the competition in 2013 and 2015 - also making him the first man to defend his title in more than 20 years.

Andre Greipel won the final sprint finish of the 21-stage race, with 31-year-old Froome finishing arm in arm with his teammates behind the peloton.

Britain's first winner in the race was Bradley Wiggins in 2012, with three victories for Froome following in the four years since.

Just eight riders have won at least three Tour de France titles - Phillipe Thys, Louison Bobet, Greg LeMond and now Froome all on three apiece.