Fans forced to pay to attend Tour de France 2027 opening ceremony and teams presentation for the first time since 2014

For the first time since 2014, fans attending the Tour de France 2027 opening ceremony and teams presentation will be required to pay for entry. The event is set to take place at Edinburgh Castle, two days before the opening stage of the race begins. This marks a notable change in access policy for one of cycling's most prestigious pre-race events.