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Now official, London to get Tour de France start in 07

January 24th, 2006 by Mike

Via: BikeBiz.com

Tour de France organiser the Amaury Sport Organisation today confirmed it has awarded London the Grand Depart of the 2007 Tour de France.

London mayor Ken Livingstone said:

“I am proud to announce that London has successfully bid to host the Grand Depart of the Tour de France in July 2007. Hosting the first stage of the legendary French cycle race will raise the profile of cycling in the capital, attract visitors and promote the capital as a venue for international sporting events.

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2 Responses to “Now official, London to get Tour de France start in 07”

  1. 1 BC 

    But… it’s the Tour de FRANCE!!!!! I think this just proves that roadies are nuts.

  2. 2 Donna Tocci 

    And you have time to blog, when?! You are amazing, Tim. Hope all is well with the new little guy.

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