Author: Gary Edgington

The Tour de France will take place from July 4 to July 26, attracting millions of spectators who are expected to travel across France to watch the race. SafeAbroad reports on the anticipated scale of fan attendance during the event. Read the full story at SafeAbroad →

Severe weather has triggered mudslides along a controversial stage route of the Tour de France near Col de Sarenne and Alpe d'Huez. The natural disaster affected the planned cycling course in the mountainous region. Race organizers will need to assess the damage and determine any necessary adjustments to the stage. Read the full story at…

Luca Guercilena has been given responsibility for overseeing the cycling division at RCS. The appointment reflects RCS's commitment to managing its cycling operations with dedicated leadership. Guercilena's role will involve directing strategic decisions across the organization's cycling activities. Read the full story at escapecollective.com →

TotalEnergies has strengthened its technical staff by bringing in Tony Gallopin, a former professional cyclist. The addition is part of the team's efforts to enhance its support structure and expertise. Read the full story at wielerflits.nl →

S4C and iPlayer have secured free-to-air broadcasting rights for the 2026 Tour de France. This makes the race accessible to audiences in Wales and the UK without requiring a paid subscription. The announcement represents a significant expansion of coverage options for the cycling event. Read the full story at Road.cc →

The 2026 Tour de France will have a larger Belgian contingent than French riders competing in the race. This represents a notable shift in the composition of participants for the Grand Tour, with Belgium set to have greater representation than the host nation. Read the full story at Cyclism'Actu →

Five-time Tour de France winner Miguel Indurain has expressed support for Paul Seixas as a prospective race winner. Indurain's endorsement suggests confidence in Seixas's potential to achieve success in major cycling competitions. The backing from such an accomplished former rider carries significance in the cycling community. Read the full story at Cyclingnews →

A Welsh broadcaster is providing free television coverage of the Tour de France for UK viewers. This offers an alternative way for audiences to watch the race without subscription services. The arrangement represents additional broadcast options beyond typical Tour de France coverage in the region. Read the full story at idlprocycling.com →

Gravity Media has secured rights to provide comprehensive coverage of the 2026 Giro d'Italia Women. The broadcaster will deliver end-to-end production and distribution for the event. This arrangement confirms Gravity Media's continued involvement with major women's cycling broadcasts. Read the full story at 4RFV →

This article examines the equipment and logistics supporting world-class cycling at the Tour de France. It focuses on how teams manage the 7 kg of essential gear and supplies needed to support their riders during the race. The piece highlights the behind-the-scenes operations that enable top performance at cycling's premier event. Read the full story…