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Seixas prepares for debut at the Tour de France amid high expectations

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Seixas prepares for debut at the Tour de France amid high expectations

Summary

Paul Seixas, at 19 years old, is set to debut in the Tour de France, becoming the youngest participant since 1937. As he faces the formidable Tadej Pogacar, four-time champion, Seixas expresses confidence, stating that he understands there are various ways to win a race. With excitement building in Barcelona, Seixas aims to focus on the general classification and prioritize his strategy accordingly as the race unfolds.

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By the Numbers

•Paul Seixas is the youngest Tour de France debutant since 1937.
•He aims for the general classification without taking unnecessary risks.
•Fan enthusiasm is high in Barcelona ahead of the race.

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What they're saying

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Teenage sensation is a fearless racer but taking on Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard is setting the bar very high Paul Seixas may be the youngest Tour de France debutant since 1937, but he is not lacking in confidence. Reminded of the scale of the challenge facing him, in hoping to usurp the dominant four-time champion, Tadej Pogacar, he said calmly: “There are different ways to win a cycling race.” Seixas fever is running high in Barcelona on the eve of the Tour, even if the 19-year-old says that he “won’t take risks for anything other than the general classification.” Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jeremy Whittle in Barcelona

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