The Tour de France threatened by historic heatwave in 2026
Tour de France organizers consider adjustments due to extreme temperatures.
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The fact
June 2026 broke heat records in Western Europe, with peaks at 40°C.
Rider and spectator safety becomes a major concern for the race.
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Why it matters
La combinaison d'un événement sportif majeur et d'une canicule record soulève des questions sur l'adaptation des compétitions aux dérèglements climatiques.