One of the world’s great sporting occasions is ready to get rolling as hundreds of riders prepare for the 109th edition of the iconic Tour de France.
The Tour de France spans three weeks, four countries, and 3,328km along a route of five altitude finishes, two time trials and potentially six sprint stages. After three days in Denmark which showcases the most northerly Grand Depart in the renowned event’s history, there will be also be incursions into both Belgium and Switzerland before the finale in Paris.
Television presenter and cycling specialist Ned Boulting is preparing to cover the Tour de France for the 20th time in his career, and he is certainly aware of what the race means to the world of cycling and the wider sporting landscape. While he conceded his obsession with the Tour is almost to the detriment of the rest of his life, Boulting would not have it any other way.
