Tour de France 2026 Final Stage Begins

The Tour de France is set to conclude with a shortened 89km stage, commencing at 5:50pm CEST/4:50pm BST. This final stage will feature a circuit that includes the iconic Butte Montmartre climb, which was introduced last year to great success. The climb was the site of an epic win by Wout van Aert, despite the stage not counting towards the overall standings due to rain. This year, the circuit has been extended, with a 10km stretch from the top of the climb to the finish line on the Champs.

The stage is expected to favor Classics specialists, with riders such as Pedersen and Van der Poel potentially vying for the top spot. However, it remains to be seen whether overall leader Pogacar will take a back seat and allow other riders to contest the stage win. Pogacar's form and strategy will likely play a significant role in determining the outcome of the stage. With the shortened distance and intense climbing, the stage is poised to be an exciting conclusion to the Tour de France.

The final stage of the Tour de France promises to be an exciting and unpredictable conclusion to the event. With a number of strong riders still in contention, the stage is likely to be fiercely contested. As the riders take to the streets of Paris, fans will be eagerly watching to see who will emerge victorious and claim the final stage win of the Tour de France. The outcome is far from certain, and the stage is sure to be an entertaining and thrilling spectacle.