Extra clothing checks at Tour de France Femmes after reports riders may be padding bras for aero gains

Race officials at the Tour de France Femmes have announced that extra clothing checks will be conducted following reports that some riders may be padding their bras to gain aerodynamic advantages. The race jury has issued a warning that particular attention will be paid to items of clothing worn by competitors. The checks appear to be a direct response to concerns about riders potentially exploiting garment construction to manipulate their body shape for performance gains.