Tour De France 2021(2021) Apr 2026

The was defined by Tadej Pogačar's dominant title defense, significant route innovations including a double ascent of Mont Ventoux , and a chaotic opening week marked by high-profile crashes. Key Performance Highlights

: In a rare feat, Wout van Aert won three distinct stage types in one edition: a mountain stage over Mont Ventoux, an individual time trial, and the final sprint on the Champs-Élysées . Strategic & Route Features TOUR DE FRANCE 2021(2021)

: The 2021 route included 58km of individual time trials , the most in the race since 2013, which provided an early indication of the pecking order. The was defined by Tadej Pogačar's dominant title

: For the first time, the race featured two ascents of the "Giant of Provence" in a single stage (Stage 11), with the finish located after a descent in Malaucène . : For the first time, the race featured