The 2025 edition of the Tour de France cycle race begins in the northern city of Lille on Saturday, with title contenders Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard set to renew their sporting rivalry. The tour itinerary this year takes place exclusively in France and favours climbers. Selina Sykes reports.
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Saturday, July 5
Riders gear up for Tour de France 2025 opener in Lille
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