The CPA has taken note of the decision by the Tour de France organizers, in coordination with local authorities, to shorten the Mallemort–Ussel stage by around 30 km due to the forecasted weather conditions. The CPA considers the decision to shorten the stage to be understandable and responsible given the weather conditions. However, this situation once again highlights the need to fully implement the extreme weather conditions protocol.
Riders’ representatives wish to be involved in the discussions and decisions that directly affect the health and safety of the peloton. Their input is essential to ensure balanced decisions based on the actual conditions on the ground. This morning, the CPA consulted with the president of the jury as well as with the organization regarding the implementation of the “extreme weather conditions” protocol. The CPA requested that measures be activated in response to the conditions facing the peloton. Following the discussions, it was agreed that, going forward, all parties would systematically meet to make race-related decisions whenever such difficult weather conditions endanger the riders’ health.
During the meeting, in consultation with the president of the jury and the race organization, the CPA also obtained an additional 2% increase to the time limits, in recognition of the exceptional conditions the riders are facing. Given the increasing frequency of extreme heat waves, the CPA reaffirms that summer race start times must evolve in order to protect athletes’ health. Riders remain fully committed to putting on the best possible show, but this must go hand in hand with adapting to the climate realities that cycling now faces. The CPA urgently calls for discussions to be held with all stakeholders this winter, in order to find a solution before the 2027 season.
CPA press release
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