Tour de France Femmes 2026: Officials check riders' clothing amid concerns about bra padding

Officials at the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift have begun checking riders' clothing to prevent illegal aerodynamic gains. Race organiser ASO issued a statement after Dutch media reported concerns that some riders were using padded bras as aerodynamic fairings, which could provide an advantage of up to one second per kilometre. The checks are part of efforts to ensure fair competition in the women's race.