French cycling legend and multiple Grand Tour winner
The Tour de France 2026 opens in Barcelona with a team time trial and a challenging first week. Pogacar is defending his title against Vingegaard, Evenepoel and a rising French hopeful, Paul Seixas, as the route features Pyrenees and a double ascent of Alpe d’Huez.
Froome has confirmed retirement after a career defined by four Tour de France titles and Grand Tour success, with a dramatic crash in 2019 and subsequent struggles ending his competitive career following injuries sustained in August 2025. He leaves as one of cycling’s most decorated riders, with seven Grand Tours won.