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Tour De France Organizers Shorten Stage to Avoid Diseased Cows
SAVOIE, AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES, JUL 24 – Stage 19 was shortened by 35 km and rerouted to protect a cattle herd affected by nodular dermatitis, with infected animals culled to prevent further spread, organisers said.
- On Friday, July 25, organisers shortened Stage 19 to 95 km, bypassing Col des Saisies due to the outbreak.
- The herd was diagnosed with nodular dermatitis, prompting culling and elimination of two climbs, according to A.S.O.
- Start time shifts to 8:30 a.m. ET; riders rejoin at the 52.4-km mark, and Pogacar enters with a 4:26 lead.
- Tour de France officials cited farmers’ distress, noting authorities culled cattle and restricted access, yet the stage keeps Col du Pré, Cormet de Roselend and the final ascent.
- Only three stages remain with three stages left ahead of Sunday, July 27 finale in Paris; Stage 19 still ends in La Plagne.
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