2.UWT
Stage 9 · HILLY
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Stage 9
Malemort → Ussel
Stage 9 covers 185km from Malemort (Corrèze) into the Massif Central foothills to Ussel. Hilly transitional stage between the flat sprint week and the Massif Central mountain day on Stage 10. Breakaway or reduced bunch sprint likely outcome.
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§ 01 — The Course
What the stage looks like
Stage 9 covers 185km from Malemort (Corrèze) into the Massif Central foothills to Ussel. Hilly transitional stage between the flat sprint week and the Massif Central mountain day on Stage 10. Breakaway or reduced bunch sprint likely outcome.
§ 03 — Storylines
What to follow
- Massif Central foothills: rolling Corrèze terrain warms up legs for the Le Lioran summit.
- Pre-mountain transitional: GC sits back, breakaway gets a long leash.
- Bridge stage to Stage 10 Le Lioran summit finish.
§ 04 — Viewing Notes
When to tune in
Breakaway has a strong chance. Watch the morning move composition.