Vincenzo Nibali wanted to show he was 'the boss' in winning his fourth stage of the 101st Tour de France on Thursday to all-but seal overall victory. Nibali (Astana) added victory on the 145.5-kilometre 18th stage from Pau to Hautacam to wins in Sheffield, La Planche des Belles Filles and Chamrousse. The Italian - the first yellow jersey holder since Eddy Merckx in 1974 to win four stages outside of time-trials - began the day with an advantage of five minutes 26 seconds and enhanced his lead to a near-unassailable 7mins 10secs with just three stages to go. VIDEO Scroll down for Stage 18 highlights
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Nibali claimed his fourth stage win in convincing style
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He now has a 7mins 10secs lead with just three stages remaining
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The Italian looks set to win the yellow jersey in Paris on Sunday
Waiting game: Nibali (second from right) rides during the 145.5 km stage between @placeholder and Hautacam