In an explosive move on the climb to Verbier,  "El Pistolero" attacked his competitors and climbed his way into the yellow jersey on Stage 15 of the Tour de France.  Winning his first individual stage of this year's race, Contador attacked a small group of favorites containing teammate Lance Armstrong 5.6km from the summit of the 8.8 km climb to Verbier. The Spaniard's move shook up his foes and yellow jersey rival Andy Schleck was the only rider to try and counter his move. Schleck, of Saxo Bank, battled hard on the remaining kilometers but could not match Contador's smooth climbing rhythm. In the end the Luxemburger came over the finish line 43- seconds behind.