Tom Pidcock forced to miss team's 'home race' and adjust his Tour de France preparation

Tom Pidcock has withdrawn from the Tour de Suisse, which was set to begin on Wednesday 16 June 2026, due to a mild viral infection contracted during an altitude training camp in Sierra Nevada. His team, Pinarello-Q36.5, announced the withdrawal on Tuesday morning, stating that his June race programme would be amended to allow for additional recovery and training time ahead of the Tour de France. Pidcock joins several other high-profile riders, including Matteo Jorgenson and Jasper Philipsen, in pulling out of scheduled pre-Tour races.