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Riders' clothing checked at women's Tour over bra padding concerns

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Officials at the Tour de France Femmes Avec Zwift have implemented a new protocol to inspect riders' clothing, specifically focusing on bra padding. The checks are intended to ensure that competitors are not utilizing equipment to gain an unfair aerodynamic advantage during the race.

This measure aligns with broader regulatory efforts in professional cycling to standardize equipment and maintain competitive integrity. By monitoring clothing modifications, race organizers aim to prevent the use of non-compliant materials designed to improve speed through reduced air resistance.

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