Tour de France

UCI President David Lappartient says a professional women's stage race is in the works for 2022, and the organizer is Tour de France owner ASO.

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Deceuninck-Quick-Step star sees Sunday's mountainous stage around Nice as opportunity to snatch stage win.

The Dutch team is not planning to take an early lead for fears of sudden race shutdown.

We rank the top 10 contenders to win the 2020 Tour de France overall.

Jumbo-Visma leaders confident of form after injury scares and ready to 'let the road decide' team leadership.

With a crop of promising riders waiting in the wings, the American future looks bright.

Teams looking for compromise on strict COVID protocol.

If there's any year that Team Ineos is going to be unseated from its Tour throne, it's this one. And Jumbo-Visma could be the team to make it happen.

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On this week's podcast we analyze Team Ineos Grenadiers' decision to leave Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas at home during the 2020 Tour de France. Also, we complete our analysis of the race's top contenders for yellow.

Team Ineos Grenadiers will be on the Pinarello Dogma F12 with either disc or rim brakes at the 2020 Tour de France, with the latest colors to match.

From 21-year-old Pogačar to 27-year-old Carapaz, this year will see a number of top talents make their Tour debut. Here are the ones to watch.

Mas and Soler slot in as GC leaders while Valverde could be starting his final Tour de France for Spain's longest running franchise.

Tour boss speaks of measures implemented to mitigate coronavirus threat and dampen environmental impact of this year's race.

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Let's get hyped for the Tour! Who's realistically going to win this unprecedented post-COVID race, and who does our heart want to win? And what other storylines are we excited about?

Two North Americans and a Colombian leadership trio headline team of wildcards and dark horses.

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Here's how to watch the 2020 Tour de France action on television and live streaming.

Tensions rise with the Tour de France just days and teams facing possible expulsion if two riders or staffers test positive.

Arkea-Samsic, Cofidis, and Total Direct Energie finalize squads and road captains for the Tour de France.

Eurosport's Carlton Kirby explains what is lost and gained from broadcasting the Tour de France on-site vs. from a remote studio.

What is your weekly training volume? Now double it, add a few more hours and at least 50 watts to every pedal stroke, and that’s what it takes to train like a pro.

Canadian climber rules out EF Pro Cycling omitting him from team due to move to Israel Start-Up Nation.

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Team Ineos Grenadiers will be all-in for Bernal at this year's Tour. Will the team's new generation of talent hold off Jumbo-Visma?

Top-tier favorite Roglič still not confirmed to race with just four days remaining until the Tour rolls out.

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We usually spot Tour de France tech on the ground, at the team hotels and the team buses before a stage. This year is a little different.

Some of the Tour de France's biggest international broadcasters are staying at home this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dozens of producers and on-air commentators must now do their jobs from thousands of miles away.

Belgian breakaway expert crashes in training; veteran sprinter confirmed for Isreal-Start Up Nation's Tour team.

Bardet originally planned to focus on the Giro d’Italia this year, but in the end, he is returning to the Tour in the post-COVID-19 calendar.

Canadian rider tests negative as tension builds ahead of Tour de France about health protocols that could see teams ejected.

No GC plans for Alaphilippe; Bennett returns to Tour after three-year absence.

The young Belgian has the legs and versatility to challenge Sagan in the points competition, but team duties could come first.

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Tour de France officials will meet with managers about health guidelines that call for expulsion of teams if they see two cases within their 'bubbles.'

Sagan and Buchmann form focal point of German team, with green and yellow jersey ambitions respectively.

Slovenian star Pogačar has the talent and his team has the firepower. Can the 21-year-old keep the composure to make the podium?

All-in for Pinot as the Frenchman returns to the Tour after emotional abandon in 2019.

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Mitchelton-Scott abandons its GC ambitions for a run at stage victories. Is it the right decision?

The O2 VAM gets sleeker and lighter with internal routing, a stiffer design, and a new Black Inc climbing wheelset.

Australian race is among first to cancel an event for next season.

Stage wins top priority for Ochowicz in face of sponsor crisis and stream of riders leaving team.

None of the impacted riders are part of the team's Tour de France squad.

Pressure will mount without Thomas, Froome at this year's Tour.

While not all stages will shape the GC battle, every day of racing promises some intrigue. James Startt selects five special days at this year's Tour.

Jumbo-Visma remains confident ahead of Tour battle with Ineos although Dutch team still yet to confirm final roster.

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ASO rolls out strict protocols to safeguard health and ensure race can go on.

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The Tour de France usually brings with it a slew of new bikes and gear. Here's what to look for at the 2020 Tour, and how to spot it.

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Check out Matt De Neef's author page.

From crosswinds to crushing climbs, these are the five days to book off work and settle yourself on the sofa for.

Third overall last year, the Dutch rider's absence will put a dent in Jumbo-Visma's plans for Tour assault.

Adam Yates, Chaves and Impey head team set to fight for stages across all terrain at this year's Tour.

Against a backdrop of steeply rising coronavirus rates in France, is the 2020 Tour de France cause for celebration, or cause for concern?

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Tour boss Christian Prudhomme was quick to point out that this change has already been instituted at other ASO-owned races.

Moves eliminate risk of Tour squabbling, and opens up Ineos for possible grand tour sweep.

Brailsford’s recruitment effort to rebuild the team paying off as Thomas, Froome shunted to side.

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Has Ineos backed the right leaders for the Tour? Is this a fitting send-off for Chris Froome? What's next for Geraint Thomas?

Former Tour de France champions left off Ineos' start sheet as team moves to rally around Egan Bernal in yellow jersey defense.

Team leaves GC ambitions on wayside as Bjarne Riis returns to Tour de France at helm of ambitious NTT selection.

French team aiming to balance GC and sprint ambitions.