Tour de France Opens Barcelona with Team Time Trial, Individual Times

The Tour de France kicks off in Barcelona with a 19. 6 km team time trial where each rider receives an individual time.

This format forces leaders to stay within seconds of each other, shaking up the general classification from the outset. Performance specialist Iván Velasco examines the aerodynamic and strategic implications for the teams.

The race breaks from tradition, offering spectators a fresh burst of excitement.