Barcelona, July 6, 2026 (AFP) - English wave sweeps over cycling's Tour de France

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2026-07-06

Professional cycling has become increasingly anglicised despite its French origins, even forcing French riders to learn English. France played an integral role in the development of cycling as both a mode of transport and a sporting activity and it is home to the most prestigious pedal race in the world -- the Tour de France. But both the Tour de France and professional cycling in general have had to get used to an irresistable migration from a f......

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