Overview

• The final stage on July 27 will include three climbs of Montmartre, adding a tactical challenge before concluding on the Champs-Élysées.
• Organizers aim to replace the traditional parade-like finale with a more competitive and engaging conclusion to the race.
• Despite the demanding climbs, sprinters remain viable contenders for the stage victory, according to Tour officials.
• Paris police chief Laurent Nunez confirmed robust security measures, deploying thousands of officers to ensure safety during the event.
• President Emmanuel Macron played a key role in securing approval for the Montmartre route after initial resistance from police over security concerns.