The 2027 Tour de France will start in Edinburgh with the first three stages crossing Scotland, England, and Wales, featuring sprinter-friendly and mountainous routes highlighted by director Christian Prudhomme.
Tadej Pogacar aims to add first Paris-Roubaix and Milan-Sanremo wins along with a fifth Tour de France in his 2026 campaign.
In 2025, France experiences a weekly opening of jihadist-related investigations, reflecting a persistent and serious Islamist terrorism threat despite fluctuating media attention.
The 2026 Tour de France women's race will be the longest yet, backed by strong viewership growth and extended Zwift sponsorship, marking a new milestone in women's cycling.
Zwift's sponsorship has significantly expanded the Tour de France Femmes and elevated women's cycling viewership and participation in France.
Jonas Vingegaard, aiming for his third Tour de France win, may skip the race if unable to compete for victory but plans to race in 2026 unless unforeseen issues arise.
Jonas Vingegaard counsels 19-year-old French cyclist Paul Seixas to delay his Tour de France debut until he is fully ready amid high expectations and pressure.
Jean-René Godart, famed French sports journalist known for his Tour de France coverage, died at 74, leaving a legacy of passionate sports commentary.
The European Heritage Days 2025 will feature French prefectural residences and exhibitions on Jean Moulin.