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Tour de France 2026: Final stage shortened to 89 km to ease emergency services

The 21st stage of the 2026 Tour de France, scheduled in Paris, is shortened to 89 km.

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This decision aims to reduce pressure on emergency services, already stretched by wildfires.

The traditional finale on the Champs-Élysées is maintained but shortened.

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Why it matters

Cette mesure exceptionnelle reflète l'impact des incendies en cours sur les ressources des secours. Elle illustre aussi la priorité donnée à la sécurité des coureurs et du public dans un contexte de crise nationale.

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