Tour de France organisers shorten Sunday’s Stage 9 by 30km because of a red heatwave alert. Multiple outlets report that temperatures in the route area of central France—specifically the Correze department—are forecast to rise above 100°F (about 38°C). The stage is changed from the originally scheduled Malemort to Ussel route of 185.5km to a revised distance of 155.5km. Organisers say the decision is intended to ensure the race can continue under conditions compatible with the red heatwave warning. The reports also note the change is made as officials anticipate extreme heat during the day’s racing. No other major sporting or route alterations are detailed beyond the reduction in distance. The overall impact is a shorter stage while maintaining the same start and finish locations.