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Change to the route of Stage 9 as the department of Corrèze passes on red alert for a heatwave

The Tour de France has shortened Stage 9 due to a red alert heatwave currently affecting the department of Corrèze.

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The brief

Officials have modified the route for Stage 9 of the Tour de France. This decision follows a red alert for a heatwave issued for the department of Corrèze. The adjustment occurs immediately prior to the race's first scheduled rest day.

Coverage from Outside Magazine, The Inner Ring, Cycling Weekly, and the official Tour de France 2026 site highlights the route change. Reports also note that the UCI is implementing restrictions regarding the use of ice socks during the event as temperatures rise. It is not yet specified how the shortened route will impact the overall race distance or the difficulty of the stage.

Stakeholders will monitor the evolution of the heatwave and any further adjustments to race protocols.

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Quick answers

Why was the Stage 9 route changed?

The route was shortened due to a red alert for a heatwave in the department of Corrèze.

Are there other heat-related measures?

Coverage confirms the UCI is clamping down on the use of ice socks.

When does this change take effect?

The adjustment applies to Stage 9, which takes place before the first rest day of the tour.

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Topics

Tour de France Corrèze UCI Cycling

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