​Stage 7 of the 2026 Tour de France gives the sprinters a prime chance to shine after the brutal Pyrenees, as the peloton navigates a largely flat 175.1-kilometer course from Hagetmau to Bordeaux. The day’s route promises a fast finish, with only about 850 meters of elevation gain and no significant climbs in the finale, increasing the likelihood that the stage ends in a high-speed bunch sprint. After Thursday’s dramatic mountain stage reshaped the overall standings, Tadej Pogačar produced a powerful solo ascent on the Col du Tourmalet to win Stage 6 and reclaim the yellow jersey. With the GC contenders focused on preserving their positions and avoiding time losses, the sprint teams are expected to take control and drive the pace toward a swift sprint in Bordeaux.
Favored sprinters lining up for the sprint in Stage 7 include Tim Merlier, Jasper Philipsen, and Olav Kooij, who headline the lineup of potential stage victors if the peloton stays together. Peacock will stream the action live, continuing the coverage of the 113th edition of the Tour de France. The schedule lists Stage 1 through Stage 7 with corresponding start times and Peacock as the broadcast home: Stage 1 on July 4 at 10:00 AM ET, Stage 2 on July 5 at 7:00 AM ET, Stage 3 on July 6 at 5:30 AM ET, Stage 4 on July 7 at 6:30 AM ET, Stage 5 on July 8 at 7:00 AM ET, Stage 6 on July 9 at 6:00 AM ET, and Stage 7 on July 10 at 6:30 AM ET, all available on Peacock. The coverage continues through the remainder of the race, with Stage 8 beginning July 11 at 6:30 AM ET and Stage 9 on July 12 at 6:30 AM ET, followed by a full lineup of stages on Peacock. Regional restrictions may apply. By choosing Peacock, viewers can watch live streams and stay up to date with the latest developments as the race progresses toward Bordeaux and beyond.