
Aug 4, 2026
✦Sky Sports
Tour de France Femmes: Padded bra claims lead to extra clothing checks for female riders
Riders at the Tour de France Femmes face extra clothing checks before Tuesday’s stage. Organisers started these inspections after claims that some used padded bras for an aerodynamic advantage. "Riders must be at the final checks before the race," the communique said. Officials want to ensure all gear follows UCI rules.