Follow live coverage of the longest phase of the Tour de France, a grueling 219.9 kilometers stretching from the Belgian town of Binches to the French town of Longwy. The route offers a mix of fast flats, rolling climbs, and a tense finale that invites daring escapes and a sprint that resists easy unraveling. Cyclists will face a demanding profile, where momentum can swing with every kilometer and a late push could separate the contenders from the pack.
The stage is scheduled to begin at 12:15 PM local time, with a clock that shows 10:15 GMT, this Thursday. It is expected to conclude around 5:29 PM local time (15:29 GMT). This sixth stage preserves a classic format and a decisive finish, where the peloton may still be sorted out in the final six kilometers by the pressure of the walls and the tempo set by teams. The day tests sprint champions as much as endurance specialists, and the road surface, wind, and tactical battles will likely shape the winner’s podium after a long and punishing course.
Before the stage gets underway, the general classification remains led by Wout van Aert, who has maintained the race lead despite a narrow margin of time in recent stages. Nairo Quintana and Primoz Roglic have posted strong showings in earlier segments, while Tadej Pogacar continues to press from behind, offering a constant challenge to the leaders. Other riders, including Yves Lampert from Quick-Step, have demonstrated late-season form that keeps the competition tight and unpredictable. The stage promises suspense, with a field that will work to conserve strength while seeking every possible advantage to launch a late attack or an efficient sprint at the line.