Secret Cyclist: 5 reasons to watch the 109th Tour de France

Kicking off today in Copenhagen, the Tour de France is so much more than 'just a race'

The Tour de France is not just a race; it's a strategic power play for the riders, a spectator's dream for the viewers, and a chance for the underdog to compete with the cycling world's major contenders.

The 109th edition of the Tour de France commences today and to mark the occasion, I’m going to do my best to convince you to follow this year’s race. Here are five reasons why you should follow ‘Le Tour’. A special thank you to this week’s contributors who are all French.

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