So after just over 7,000km this happened to my rear Michelin Power Road TLR tyre. I guess I cannot complain too much since, like I said, I was just over 7,000km. Still I am burned a little bit b/c the tyre wear indicators still showed some life to go.
Overall still very pleased with the Michelin tyres. I have another set waiting to be put on the bike once I use the Veloflex tyres I bought..