Tour de France organizers may skip stages in 2026. A brutal European heatwave could push highs past 44C. France has shortened races in its domestic cycling finals due to the extreme temperatures.
Canada’s broadcast schedule for the race stays unchanged. Organizers selected Barcelona for Stage 1’s team time trial. Riders test new bikes built for extra heat and lighter air cuts. Two-time champ Pogačar takes on Vingegaard in new duels. Froome has stepped away after four wins.