The Tour de France, a wild ride for cycling enthusiasts and confused spectators, will soon be back in action. As the peloton weaves through picturesque landscapes and tackles treacherous mountain passes, this year’s race promises a thrilling mix of athleticism, unexpected mishaps, and unflattering cycling shorts.
Rain or shine, the dedicated fans will be there, cheering their hearts out from the comfort of their foldable lawn chairs. Or, more likely, watching it on their TV, from the comfort of their lounge rooms.
Kicking off in Florence, the peloton, a colourful whirlwind on wheels, will embark on a three week adventure through France, leaving behind a trail of sweat and empty energy gel packets.
The race will skirt along rugged coastlines and spectators will line the route, armed with homemade signs and unwavering enthusiasm, hoping for a glimpse of their favourite cyclist, or there simply because they have nothing better to do.
The true test will lie in the daunting mountain stages. As the peloton tackles gruelling climbs, some riders will soar like majestic eagles, while others will wheeze like pugs attempting a marathon. Mud-splattered faces and grimaces of pain will be the latest fashion trends, as cyclists try to conquer nature’s obstacles without tumbling headfirst into a cow pasture.
Where can I stream the Tour de France in Australia?
In Australia, every stage of the 2024 Tour de France is available to stream live for free on SBS On Demand.
What teams are racing this year?
– Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team
– Alpecin-Deceuninck
– Astana Qazaqstan Team
– Arkea-B&B Hotels
– Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe
– Cofidis
– EF Education-Easypost
– Groupama-FDJ
– Ineos Grenadiers
– Intermarché-Wanty
– Israel-Premier Tech
– Team Visma | Lease a Bike
– Lotto-Dstny
– Movistar Team
– Soudal Quick-Step
– Team Bahrain Victorious
– Team dsm firmenich-PostNL
– Team Jayco Alula
– Team TotalEnergies
– Lidl-Trek
– UAE Team Emirates
– Uno-X Mobility
When is the 2024 Tour de France on?
The 111th edition of The Tour de France will span roughly three weeks (June 29th – July 21st) with local coverage typically starting around 8pm – 9pm each night. See below for coverage dates and race info for each stage.
