After three historic stages in Italy, the 2024 Tour de France will cross the border during what could be one of the most difficult and thrilling stages of the race. 

Stage 4, which FloBikes reporter Gregor Brown highlighted before the race as one of the can’t-miss stages of the Tour de France 2024, will be one of the biggest challenges for riders during the first week of the Tour. 

The stage will begin at 6:55 a.m. EDT on July 2 and is streaming on FloBikes in Canada. 

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Stage 3 of the Tour de France made history, as Biniam Girmay of Eritrea became the first Black rider to win a stage at the Tour de France. He finished the longest stage of the tour in 5 hours, 26 minutes, 48 seconds. 

Richard Carapaz of Ecuador is leading the General Classification - the first rider from his country to wear the yellow jersey - and Stage 4 could be a pivotal early moment for the GC competition. Meanwhile, Tadej Pogacar, the TDF betting favorite, relinquished the yellow jersey after he won it following Stage 2. The two-time winner of the TDF (2020 and 2021), and the runner-up the last two years, is in second place. 

Stage 4 is the first mountain stage of the race and the last day the Tour will be in Italy. 

Here’s what to know about Stage 4 of the Tour de France:

How To Watch Tour de France 2024 Stage 4 

In Canada, the Tour de France is streaming live on FloBikes and the FloSports app.

In the United States, the NBC family of networks and the streaming service Peacock are broadcasting the race. 

FloBikes and the FloSports app are home to race highlights, stage breakdowns and more breaking news. 

Tour de France 2024 Stage 4

Stage 4 of the Tour de France is 139.6 kilometers from Pinerolo to Valloire and will include several climbs. 

 “It’s not the short distances we’re worried about, it’s those big climbs,” Brown said. “And, of course, we have the final climb over the Col du Galibier after two massive climbs beforehand. Remember: We’re now in France after three days in Italy. Over the Galibier, 2,624 meters and then that treacherous descent down to Valloire.

“I think this is the hardest early mountain stage."

139.6 KM To Miles: How Long Is Stage 4 Of The Tour de France

Stage 4 is 139.6 kilometers or about 87 miles long. 

Tour de France 2024 Stage 4 Profile

Here is what the elevation looks like for Stage 4:  

Tour de France Stage 4 Mountain Passes and Hills

The first HC, or Hors catégorie, is in Stage 4. 

• Sestrieres: Category 2, 39.9km climb at 3.7%
• Col De Montgenevre: Category 2, 8.3km climb at 5.9%
• Col Du Galibier: HC, 23km climb at 5.1%

Who Won Stage 4 Of The Tour de France in 2023?

Jasper Philipsen won Stage 4 of the Tour de France in 2023 and the two stages couldn't be any different. Stage 4 in 2023 was a flat sprint. 

TDF Results: Here's Who Has Won Each Stage So Far

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Tour de France 2024 Route Map

Here is the map for this year's Tour de France:

Here are a few more things to know about the Tour de France:

How To Watch Tour de France 2024 In The United States 

A live broadcast of the 2024 Tour de France will be available on Peacock for those watching from the United States. 

Peacock is the exclusive home of the event in the United States through 2029, with start-to-finish coverage of every stage, though select stages also will air on NBC.

How To Watch Tour de France 2024 In Canada 

FloBikes will provide a live broadcast for Canadian audiences.

Viewers in Canada will be able to watch all 21 stages of the Tour de France 2024 live on FloBikes and the FloSports app.

FloBikes also will provide updates, highlights and behind-the-scenes coverage throughout the entire event for all Flo subscribers. 

On What Channel Is The Tour de France? 

The Tour de France will be on the NBC network and will stream daily in the United States on Peacock. The entire race will be broadcast on NBC's channels and USA Network. 

Tour de France Teams For 2024

There will be 22 teams and up to 176 competitors in this year’s Tour de France:

Teams

• Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team
• Alpecin - Deceuninck
• Arkéa - B&B Hotels
• Astana Qazaqstan Team
• Bahrain - Victorious
• BORA - hansgrohe
• Cofidis
• EF Education - EasyPost
• Groupama - FDJ
• INEOS Grenadiers
• Intermarché - Wanty
• Team Visma | Lease a Bike
• Lidl - Trek
• Movistar Team
• Soudal Quick-Step
• Team dsm-firmenich PostNL
• Team Jayco AlUla
• UAE Team Emirates
• Israel - Premier Tech
• Lotto Dstny
• Uno-X Mobility
• TotalEnergies

When Does The Tour de France 2024 Start?

The Tour de France is a 21-stage event.

The 2024 edition will begin in Florence, Italy, on June 29 and conclude in Nice, France, on July 21. 

Every day, the cyclists start together to complete the stage of a race. Every stage varies in distance and physical demand. 

What Is The Schedule For The Tour de France 2024?

Here is the complete schedule for the 2024 Tour de France.

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