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Economic Times
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Economic Times
Tour de France 2025: Dates, route, riders, teams, jerseys, live streaming details of the cycling event
The 112th edition of the prestigious Tour de France will kick off on July 5, 2025 with 21 day-long challenging stages. The iconic cycling race will begin in Lille and end, as it traditionally does, on the Champs-Élysées in Paris on July 27. The total distance of the race is 3,320 kms and will be covered across over 15 stages. The route will also cross all-four major mountain ranges—the Alps, Massif Central, Pyrenees and Jura. Of the 22 participating teams, the winners often share the prize pot. In 2023, Jonas Vingegaard's victory earned $535,220 (~£463,000) for his squad. The battle for the yellow jersey aka Maillot Jaune is expected to be fierce as defending champion and 2024 Triple Crown winner Tadej Pogačar of UAE Team Emirates has eyes set on it. Two-time champion Jonas Vingegaard (Visma-Lease A Bike) and Strong time trialist Remco Evenepoel (Soudal-Quick Step), who is returning from an injury, are also in the Primož Roglič (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe) and rising star Carlos Rodríguez of Ineos Grenadiers are also looking forward to claim the leadership jersey. Also Read : Alex Warren Cheaper Than Therapy tour dates, schedule: Pre-sale tickets go live today, check how to book Tour de France 2025 features seven flat stages, however, none are entirely without elevation, presenting an added challenge for sprinters. Despite the undulating terrain, several top names are expected to contest intensely. Known for his consistency in high-speed finishes, Jasper Philipsen of Alpecin-Deceuninck remains a strong contender. Biniam Girmay of Intermarché-Want—the 2024 green jersey winner and first African to win a Tour stage—will be looking to build on his historic performance, a Cycling Weekly report notable sprinters to look out for are Fabio Jakobsen, Dylan Groenewegen, Tim Merlier, and Jonathan Milan, who can all be expected to sparkle in the quick finishes. Sprint legend Mark Cavendish, meanwhile, has retired on a high with a record-breaking stage win in 2024, paving the way for a new cohort of sprinters to claim the limelight at the Tour. The route for this year's race will be a 100 per cent French affair for the first time since 2020. The route, including 21 stages, will be spanned across 11 regions and 34 departments. Of the 21 stages, seven are flat, six are hilly, other six are gruelling mountain ranges with five summit finishes at Hautacam, Luchon-Superbagnères, Mont Ventoux, Courchevel Col de la Loze, and La Plagne event will reportedly feature two individual time trials and two rest days. The mountainous route will traverse Massif Central, the Pyrenees, the Alps, and the Jura, with the Col de la Loze being the highest point of the race at 2,304 the highlight stages will be the revival of the classic Pau to Luchon-Superbagnères route, which has not featured in the race since 1986. The cumulative rise over the course of the race will top an incredible 52,500 metres. Stage 5's 33 kms time trial in Caen will suit powerful individual riders, whereas the shorter but higher 11 kms test on Stage 13 from Peyragudes to Loudenvielle will suit climbers. A 10, six, and four-second time bonuses will be offered to the top three finishers at every stage, adding another strategic element to an already tough race. Also Read: Jamie Lee Curtis regrets undergoing plastic surgery at just 25, reveals the reason behind her decision The Tour de France features a distinctive set of Jerseys, which highlight rider achievements. The iconic yellow jersey is awarded to the overall leader in the General Classification—representing the rider with lowest cumulative green jersey is awarded to the best sprinter and it is determined through points earned in intermediate sprints and stages finishes. The polka dot jersey is worn by the King of Mountains—a rider who has accumulated most points on classified white jersey is reserved for the Best Young Rider; it is awarded to the highest-ranked competitor under the age of 25 in GC. Additionally, a red bib number is given to the most combative rider of the day, recognising those who show exceptional aggression or effort during a the competition are powerhouse teams like Alpecin-Deceuninck, Arkéa-B&B Hotels, and the XDS Astana Team. Others include Bahrain-Victorious, Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe, Cofidis, and Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale. Team Picnic PostNL, EF Education-EasyPost, and Groupama-FDJ will also teams such as Ineos Grenadiers, Jayco-AlUla, and Intermarché-Wanty are accompanied by Israel-Premier Tech, Lidl-Trek, and Lotto. Veteran teams like Movistar, Soudal Quick-Step, and TotalEnergies will look forward to leaving their imprint, while UAE Team Emirates-XRG and Visma-Lease a Bike complete a crowded and skilled field. 2024: Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) 2023, 2022: Jonas Vingegaard (Denmark) Earlier winners: Chris Froome, Vincenzo Nibali, Bradley Wiggins The audiences in the United Kingdom and Europe can tune into Discovery+, Eurosport or ITV 4 to watch the cycling race. The audience in the US can catch the action live on NBC Sports and Peacock. The Canadian and Australian audience can watch the race on Flobikes and SBS On Demand, respectively. Who are the biggest yellow jersey contenders at the 2025 Tour de France? Top General Classification contenders are current defending champion Tadej Pogačar, two-time winner Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel, Primož Roglič, and Carlos Rodríguez. How many stages are there in the 2025 Tour de France, and what kind of terrain does it traverse? The 2025 version consists of 21 stages over 3,320 km, with flat, hilly, and mountainous landscapes in all the major French mountain chains—Alps, Pyrenees, Massif Central, and Jura—plus two individual time trials. Disclaimer Statement: This content is authored by a 3rd party. The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). ET does not guarantee, vouch for or endorse any of its contents nor is responsible for them in any manner whatsoever. Please take all steps necessary to ascertain that any information and content provided is correct, updated, and verified. 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Time of India
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Tour de France 2025: Dates, route, riders, teams, jerseys, live streaming details of the cycling event
The 112th edition of the prestigious Tour de France will kick off on July 5, 2025 with 21 day-long challenging stages. The iconic cycling race will begin in Lille and end, as it traditionally does, on the Champs-Élysées in Paris on July 27. The total distance of the race is 3,320 kms and will be covered across over 15 stages. The route will also cross all-four major mountain ranges—the Alps, Massif Central, Pyrenees and Jura. Of the 22 participating teams , the winners often share the prize pot. In 2023, Jonas Vingegaard 's victory earned $535,220 (~£463,000) for his squad. Tour de France 2025 GC contenders The battle for the yellow jersey aka Maillot Jaune is expected to be fierce as defending champion and 2024 Triple Crown winner Tadej Pogačar of UAE Team Emirates has eyes set on it. Two-time champion Jonas Vingegaard (Visma-Lease A Bike) and Strong time trialist Remco Evenepoel (Soudal-Quick Step), who is returning from an injury, are also in the fray. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Move That Changed Their Lives – See How It Works Expertinspector Learn More Undo Additionally, Primož Roglič (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe) and rising star Carlos Rodríguez of Ineos Grenadiers are also looking forward to claim the leadership jersey. Also Read : Alex Warren Cheaper Than Therapy tour dates, schedule: Pre-sale tickets go live today, check how to book Live Events Sprinters to watch out in Tour de France 2025 Tour de France 2025 features seven flat stages, however, none are entirely without elevation, presenting an added challenge for sprinters. Despite the undulating terrain, several top names are expected to contest intensely. Known for his consistency in high-speed finishes, Jasper Philipsen of Alpecin-Deceuninck remains a strong contender. Biniam Girmay of Intermarché-Want—the 2024 green jersey winner and first African to win a Tour stage—will be looking to build on his historic performance, a Cycling Weekly report stated. Other notable sprinters to look out for are Fabio Jakobsen, Dylan Groenewegen, Tim Merlier, and Jonathan Milan, who can all be expected to sparkle in the quick finishes. Sprint legend Mark Cavendish, meanwhile, has retired on a high with a record-breaking stage win in 2024, paving the way for a new cohort of sprinters to claim the limelight at the Tour. Tour de France 2025 route The route for this year's race will be a 100 per cent French affair for the first time since 2020. The route, including 21 stages, will be spanned across 11 regions and 34 departments. Of the 21 stages, seven are flat, six are hilly, other six are gruelling mountain ranges with five summit finishes at Hautacam, Luchon-Superbagnères, Mont Ventoux, Courchevel Col de la Loze, and La Plagne Tarentaise. The event will reportedly feature two individual time trials and two rest days. The mountainous route will traverse Massif Central, the Pyrenees, the Alps, and the Jura, with the Col de la Loze being the highest point of the race at 2,304 meters. Among the highlight stages will be the revival of the classic Pau to Luchon-Superbagnères route, which has not featured in the race since 1986. The cumulative rise over the course of the race will top an incredible 52,500 metres. Stage 5's 33 kms time trial in Caen will suit powerful individual riders, whereas the shorter but higher 11 kms test on Stage 13 from Peyragudes to Loudenvielle will suit climbers. A 10, six, and four-second time bonuses will be offered to the top three finishers at every stage, adding another strategic element to an already tough race. Also Read: Jamie Lee Curtis regrets undergoing plastic surgery at just 25, reveals the reason behind her decision Tour de France 2025 jerseys explained The Tour de France features a distinctive set of Jerseys, which highlight rider achievements. The iconic yellow jersey is awarded to the overall leader in the General Classification—representing the rider with lowest cumulative time. The green jersey is awarded to the best sprinter and it is determined through points earned in intermediate sprints and stages finishes. The polka dot jersey is worn by the King of Mountains—a rider who has accumulated most points on classified climbs. The white jersey is reserved for the Best Young Rider; it is awarded to the highest-ranked competitor under the age of 25 in GC. Additionally, a red bib number is given to the most combative rider of the day, recognising those who show exceptional aggression or effort during a stage. Teams competing in the event Among the competition are powerhouse teams like Alpecin-Deceuninck, Arkéa-B&B Hotels, and the XDS Astana Team. Others include Bahrain-Victorious, Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe, Cofidis, and Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale. Team Picnic PostNL, EF Education-EasyPost, and Groupama-FDJ will also feature. Powerhouse teams such as Ineos Grenadiers, Jayco-AlUla, and Intermarché-Wanty are accompanied by Israel-Premier Tech, Lidl-Trek, and Lotto. Veteran teams like Movistar, Soudal Quick-Step, and TotalEnergies will look forward to leaving their imprint, while UAE Team Emirates-XRG and Visma-Lease a Bike complete a crowded and skilled field. Recent winners 2024: Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia) 2023, 2022: Jonas Vingegaard (Denmark) Earlier winners: Chris Froome, Vincenzo Nibali, Bradley Wiggins How to watch Tour de France 2025 The audiences in the United Kingdom and Europe can tune into Discovery+, Eurosport or ITV 4 to watch the cycling race. The audience in the US can catch the action live on NBC Sports and Peacock. The Canadian and Australian audience can watch the race on Flobikes and SBS On Demand, respectively. FAQs Who are the biggest yellow jersey contenders at the 2025 Tour de France? Top General Classification contenders are current defending champion Tadej Pogačar, two-time winner Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel, Primož Roglič, and Carlos Rodríguez. How many stages are there in the 2025 Tour de France, and what kind of terrain does it traverse? The 2025 version consists of 21 stages over 3,320 km, with flat, hilly, and mountainous landscapes in all the major French mountain chains—Alps, Pyrenees, Massif Central, and Jura—plus two individual time trials.
The Independent
19-04-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Remco Evenepoel wins on return from horror crash
Remco Evenepoel made his competitive return in spectacular fashion by winning the Brabantse Pijl in Flanders on Friday, four months after suffering serious injuries in a crash. The Soudal-Quick Step rider was locked in an intense battle with compatriot Wout van Aert (Visma-Lease a bike) for much of the final portion of the race, before emerging victorious in a sprint to the line. Evenepoel, a double Olympic champion, said before the race that he thought his cycling career may be over in December after he crashed into a postal vehicle's open door while he was on a training ride. The 25-year-old Belgian suffered multiple injuries, including fractures to his rib, shoulder blade and hand, and contusions to his lungs. "I really needed this race to find some answers to all the questions I had, and now I feel a big relief," Evenepoel said. "Winning this race, in a sprint against Wout, gives me a lot of confidence for the next competitions. During the race I felt that the legs were pretty good, so I decided to attack and we opened a gap. "It made us believe in our chances, and we kept going until it was just me and Wout in the closing kilometre. I felt that I was strong in the finale and gave my best there. It was a perfect day for us and it brought me a lot of satisfaction." It was Evenepoel's first win since he retained his world road time trial title in Zurich, Switzerland in September. Evenepoel will next race in the Amstel Gold Race, La Fleche Wallonne and Liege-Bastogne-Liege, which he has won twice.
Reuters
18-04-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Evenepoel fends off Van Aert in winning return after horror crash
April 18 (Reuters) - Remco Evenepoel made his competitive return in spectacular fashion by winning the Brabantse Pijl in Flanders on Friday, four months after suffering serious injuries in a crash. The Soudal-Quick Step rider was locked in an intense battle with compatriot Wout van Aert (Visma-Lease a bike) for much of the final portion of the race, before emerging victorious in a sprint to the line. Evenepoel, a double Olympic champion, said before the race that he thought his cycling career may be over in December after he crashed into a postal vehicle's open door while he was on a training ride. The 25-year-old Belgian suffered multiple injuries, including fractures to his rib, shoulder blade and hand, and contusions to his lungs. "I really needed this race to find some answers to all the questions I had, and now I feel a big relief," Evenepoel said. "Winning this race, in a sprint against Wout, gives me a lot of confidence for the next competitions. During the race I felt that the legs were pretty good, so I decided to attack and we opened a gap. "It made us believe in our chances, and we kept going until it was just me and Wout in the closing kilometre. I felt that I was strong in the finale and gave my best there. It was a perfect day for us and it brought me a lot of satisfaction." It was Evenepoel's first win since he retained his world road time trial title in Zurich, Switzerland in September. Evenepoel will next race in the Amstel Gold Race, La Fleche Wallonne and Liege-Bastogne-Liege, which he has won twice.
BBC News
18-04-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Evenepoel wins on return from serious injury
Double Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel won on his return to action after suffering multiple bone fractures in a serious crash last months after sustaining rib, shoulder blade and hand fractures during the accident in training, the Belgian outsprinted compatriot Wout van Aert to win the Brabantse Pijl, held on the roads in the area he grew up 25-year-old also suffered lung contusions, a dislocated right clavicle and several torn ligaments after colliding with the open door of a postal on Thursday before the race, Evenepoel said his injuries "would have ended my career if I had been a tennis or basketball player".The Soudal-Quick Step rider and Visma-Lease A Bike's Van Aert attacked with just under a third of the race to go, and were soon joined by 22-year-old British rider Joe Tech rider Blackmore was dropped as Evenpoel attacked on the penultimate climb, while Portugal's Antonio Morgado won the bunch sprint to take third."I'm surprising myself. I was very fresh," said Evenepoel. "I'm especially satisfied with my sprint. Lately, I've been working a lot on my explosiveness, and it paid off."It is Evenepoel's first win since securing the second of his world time trial titles at the World Championships in Zurich in September Belgian hopes to compete in the three Ardennes classics and the Tour de Romandie in preparation for this year's Tour de won gold in the Olympic time trail and the road race at the Paris Games last also finished third overall in the Tour de France, winning the stage-seven individual time trial.
