With top riders like Pogačar, van Aert, and Reusser sitting this one out, fresh faces and new contenders will battle for glory.
A four-hour spectacle on Friday pays homage to Paris's rich heritage and sporting legends, setting the stage for a historic event.
Stage 21 Time Trial win in Nice guarantees the UAE Team Emirates star his third Tour de France title, becoming the first rider since 1998 to win both major tours in a year.
Kathmandu's largest charity bike ride sees female participation double, raising funds for Nepalgunj pump track and promoting clean air and gender equality.
The Slovenian has extended his advantage over the Dane by seven seconds and now leads the general classification by five minutes and 14 seconds.
Cycling stars Jolanda Neff and Marlen Reusser pull out of the Paris Games due to health issues.
Harper's withdrawal adds to the list of coronavirus cases at the race, which includes Juan Ayuso, Tom Pidcock, and Maxim Van Gils.