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'It's not my favourite kind of climb' – with Jonas Vingegaard's Tour de France lead cut to six seconds, how long will he have the yellow jersey?Tadej Pogacar halved the gap to yellow on stage two – could he take the maillot jaune on stage three?
By James Shrubsall Published
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Fans told not to go to Tour de France stage three due to wildfires – and further changes may comeAt the moment there are no plans to shorten the stage – but the situation remains fluid.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Who is leading the Tour de France 2026 after stage two?The full general classification, along with the latest stage result, and the standings for the other jerseys
By Cycling Weekly Last updated
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Isaac del Toro wins Tour de France stage two ahead of Tadej Pogačar as UAE Team Emirates-XRG dominate Barcelona finaleTour de France Mexican champion makes his move in the final 500 metres, with Pogačar handing his team-mate the glory
By Dan Challis Published
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Tour de France stage 3 could be cancelled due to wildfiresDecision to be made by officials before the end of Sunday
By Dan Challis Published
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Temperatures set to soar at the Tour de France as UCI clamps down on ice socksRace organisers may be forced to cancel stages as 44 degree heat expected
By Dan Challis Published
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How to watch Tour de France 2026: Everything you need to live stream the French Grand TourAll the key information on broadcasters and free live streams for the Tour de France from 4-26 July, so you can watch the French Grand Tour online, on TV, from anywhere.
By Adam Becket Last updated
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'Now I feel I can close this chapter' – Tour de France yellow jersey is a 'dream come true' for Jonas Vingegaard after two tough yearsThe Dane took a long awaited yellow jersey on stage one, and it's lost none of its shine for him
By James Shrubsall Published
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Paul Seixas and Tom Pidcock on the backfoot after Tour de France stage oneDebutant Paul Seixas lost time to all of his expected podium contenders in Barcelona.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'It'll never go to plan' – Netcompany-Ineos begin Tour de France with bittersweet second in team time trialGeraint Thomas praises team for improvising after Kévin Vauquelin puncture
By Tom Davidson Published
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'We will fight for yellow': Tadej Pogačar plotting immediate comeback after losing time on Tour de France stage oneThe reigning Tour de France champion is leading a classification after stage one – but it's the mountains', not the general
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Visma-Lease a Bike win team time trial on Tour de France stage 1 as Jonas Vingegaard roars into the yellow jerseyTour de France Dane lands first blow in the battle for yellow as Tadej Pogačar has to settle for third place
By Dan Challis Published
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‘A rollercoaster of challenge, joy, and everything in-between’ - British Cycling CEO’s tenure ends as interim put in place until replacement appointedJon Dutton moves onto role as CEO of British Olympic Association as recruitment for successor in 'final stages'
By Dan Challis Published
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From shampoo to shipping: Who are the sponsors on the 2026 Tour de France jerseys?All the big logos on the Tour de France jerseys explained
By Lisa Charlebois Published
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Tour de France 2026 stage 1 team time trial start timesFirst team to roll down the ramp in Barcelona at 17:05 CET
By Tom Davidson Published
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'We are thrilled by the freedoms we can enjoy now we are fully in charge of our own content' – Ned Boulting on his Tour de France plans post-ITVBroadcaster to be on the ground with For The Love of Cycling with David Millar
By Ned Boulting Published
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The Tour de France begins today, and I can't wait for three weeks of non-stop action – it's just a shame it isn't live on free TV anymoreTadej Pogačar is the overwhelming favourite, but that doesn't mean it won't be a great race
By Adam Becket Published
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All the special Tour de France switch-out kits you need to watch out for over the next three weeksVisma-Lease a Bike, Movistar, Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe, Pinarello Q36.5, Jayco AlUla and Caja Rural-Seguros RGA squads will all be wearing different kits for the Tour
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Maybe Chris Froome should have retired years ago, but he's still the greatest British Grand Tour riderFour Tours de France, two Vueltas a España and one Giro d'Italia should not be sniffed at
By Adam Becket Published
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Seven Tour de France stages to be broadcast live for free in UK on Welsh channel S4CWelsh-language channel to broadcast Tour for 13th year in a row
By Adam Becket Published
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'Better, stronger and happier' – Jonas Vingegaard is ready to target the Tour de France after Giro d'Italia victoryThe Visma-Lease a Bike rider is looking to become only the ninth man in history to win the Giro d'Italia and Tour de France in the same calendar year
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome confirms retirement from cyclingBriton says he "knew it was over" after life-threatening crash last summer
By Tom Davidson Published
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'We push to new heights every year' – Tadej Pogačar ready for another battle royale with Jonas Vingegaard at the Tour de FranceThe race favourite dished out maximum Pogacar on the eve of the big race in Barcelona
By James Shrubsall Published
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From UAE to TotalEnergies, here are all the teams lining up for the Tour de FranceYour essential guide to the 23 teams at the Tour de France and what to expect from them throughout the Grand Tour
By James Shrubsall Published
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'The priority is the general classification' – Paul Seixas has arrived at the Tour de France, and he's here to winExpectation swells around the race's youngest starter since 1937
By Tom Davidson Published
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Why is the Tour de France starting in Barcelona? Everything you need to know about overseas Grand Tour startsIt's not the first time the Tour has started abroad, and it likely won't be the last
By Tom Davidson Last updated
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Grand Départ to the Flamme Rouge and everything in-between: your guide to the language of the Tour de FranceWatching or reading about the Tour de France can often feel like learning a new language, so we've done a little translation for you
By James Shrubsall Published
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'Bikes are just too technical these days': Is the traditional 'Saturday job in a bike shop' entry route into the cycle trade dead and gone?Leading cycle trade association says rising employment costs have made offering youngsters a Saturday job too hard
By Pat Kinsella Published
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How does the team time trial at the Tour de France work?Expect to see lead-out efforts, rather than teams finishing in neat lines
By Tom Davidson Last updated
