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Stephen Farrand

Grand Tour wildcard conundrum - UCI permission for a 23rd team could resolve Tudor, Uno-X, Q36.5 battle for places

Tudor, Q36.5 and Uno-X Mobility are all hoping for the Grand Tour wildcard places.

The fight for 2025 Grand Tour wildcard invitations could be resolved by adding an extra 23rd team to the start lists and increasing the size of the peloton to 184 riders.

Tudor Pro Cycling and Uno-X Mobility are both hoping to secure the 22nd Tour de France place, while Tudor Pro Cycling and Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team are vying for the 22nd spot at the Giro d'Italia. An extra 23rd place would help the teams, but create some safety and logistical issues. 

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