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Tour de France sees record speeds as competition heats up in 2026

BikeRadar.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Tour de France sees record speeds as competition heats up in 2026
Summary

The 2026 Tour de France is noted for its exceptional speeds, breaking numerous race records. This year's edition has been particularly fast, with riders often chasing down Slovene competitor Tadej Pogačar. The event is shaping up as a significant escalation in competitive cycling, continuing a trend from recent editions. As the race progresses, the focus remains on maintaining these high speeds amid intense competition.

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  • •2026 Tour de France sees a record average speed achieved.
  • •Multiple speed records have fallen during the ongoing race.
  • •Riders are competing closely, especially targeting Tadej Pogačar.
  • •The event is noted as possibly the fastest edition in history.
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Speed records continued to tumble in the fastest edition of the Tour yet – often in pursuit of the flying Slovene

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