Christian Prudhomme is in the news as Tour de France boss overseeing a Britain-start in 2027. French journalist, since 2007 Tour director.
Chris Froome has confirmed his retirement from professional cycling, citing last summer’s crash and injuries as the turning point. The four-time Tour de France winner leaves the sport with a decorated record, including Giro and Vuelta titles, after a career blighted by crashes and a difficult late period.
The Tour de France 2026 unfolds with 180+ riders across 23 teams. The men start in Barcelona on July 4, aiming for the Yellow Jersey, while the women run separately from August 1. This year features a clockwise route, Spanish stages, and 10 new host towns, including Tarragona and Thoiry.