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Tour de France 2026 stage nine underway from Malemort to Ussel

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 10:34 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Tour de France 2026 stage nine underway from Malemort to Ussel

Summary

The Tour de France 2026 stage nine is currently in progress, with riders moving from Malemort to Ussel on July 12. The stage, originally set for 185.5km, has been shortened by 30km due to a red heatwave alert in Corrèze département. Tadej Pogacar maintains an unassailable lead, but the day remains critical for breakaway specialists and those looking to make a move before the first rest day. Updates are ongoing as the peloton races through the challenging terrain.

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Key Details

•Stage nine covers a lumpy 155.5km route.
•Tadej Pogacar leads the race amid a heat alert.
•The stage's distance was reduced due to weather conditions.
•This stage offers opportunities for breakaway tactics before the rest day.

Latest Updates

10:34 AMThe Guardian Sport — Tour de France 2026: stage nine updates from Malemort to Ussel – live

What they're saying

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Updates from as rides go from Malemort to Ussel Get in touch: email Tom about the race When Tadej Pogacar has an unassailable lead it is days like today that mean that the Tour de France never remains less than compelling. Shortened by 30km because of the red heatwave alert in Corrèze département of central France, this lumpy 155.5km run from Malemort to Ussel comes on the eve of the first rest day, offering interest to the peloton’s lurkers, breakaway specialists and the bold. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Tom Bassam

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