Watts Occurring The Tour de France is coming to Wales! | Watts Occurring
Jan 17, 2026
The excitement builds as the iconic Tour de France is set to finish in Cardiff! Geraint reflects on the emotional connection of cycling through his hometown. They also dive into the Tour Down Under, discussing favorite teams and potential winners. The duo tackles the Plappy race controversy, shedding light on the social reactions. With Welsh climbs on the agenda, they debate their favorites while balancing personal anecdotes about family and sports. It's a blend of cycling passion, local pride, and humor!
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Tour De France Grand Départ Comes To Wales
- The 2027 Tour Grand Départ will open in the UK and finish stage three in Cardiff, bringing global attention to Welsh roads.
- Geraint Thomas says this turn of events feels surreal because riders dreamed of these roads decades ago.
Stage Three Looks Like A Reduced Classics Finish
- Stage three includes multiple climbs (Mardy, Cote de Rigos, Caffili) and exposed moorland that can split the race.
- The parcours could produce a reduced bunch sprint or selective classics-style racing depending on wind and attacks.
Yorkshire 2014: Unforgettable Crowd Atmosphere
- Geraint Thomas recalls Yorkshire 2014 as an 'unreal' Grand Départ experience with huge crowds.
- He remembers being unable to stop for a pee because fans lined the roads for the entire stage.