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Latest news on the Tour de France, one of the world's most prestigious cycling races that held its 111th edition in 2024 where Slovenian Tadej Pogačar won his third Tour de France title. Coverage includes route details, stages, teams, riders, results, and highlights of the Grande Boucle from the Grand Départ in Florence, Italy to the finish in Nice, France.
The 2024 Tour de France was held from 29 June in Florence, which marked the first time Italy hosted the Grand Départ. The race covered a total distance of 3,492 km over 21 stages, and visisted the microstate of San Marino. The 2024 race finished in Nice on 21 July, instead of the traditional finale in Paris due to the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
In the 2024 tour a total of 22 teams competed, including all 18 UCI WorldTeams and four UCI ProTeams (Lotto–Dstny, Israel–Premier Tech, Uno-X Mobility, and Team TotalEnergies). Top contenders for the yellow jersey included defending champion Jonas Vingegaard (Jumbo-Visma), two-time winner Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates), and French hopeful David Gaudu (Groupama-FDJ).
The Tour de France, first held in 1903, has a rich history and is closely tied to French culture and national identity. The race has produced countless memorable moments and showcased the beauty of the French landscapes, from the rolling fields of the Loire Valley to the majestic peaks of the Alps and Pyrenees.
Stay updated with the latest news, stage reports, and analysis from the 2024 Tour de France on our NewsNow feed. Our comprehensive coverage, sourced from leading cycling publications and insiders, will keep you informed about the key events, stories, and developments as the world's top cyclists battle for the prestigious yellow jersey in this iconic race.