Tour de France: Unchained is a documentary series on Netflix.
The Tour of France is the most prestigious and tough competition in the world of cycling and a source of pride for France which, year after year and peppered with some scandals, gives us the opportunity to see the best cyclists in this gladiatorlike war fighting for survival and for the honor of wearing the precious yellow jersey.
Tour de France: Unchained is a wonderful documentary full of emotions, passion, and energy in which we can delve into what this spectacular cycling race is through its wonderful 8 episodes.
It has great images and interviews with the protagonists. The series manages to fully immerse us in what the war for survival is and the maximum physical and mental demand that this race requires. A documentary that stands out, above all, for the vitality of the narrative and the way in which it conveys the challenges of the race through the editing and color of the images.
A production that takes us there, right in the middle of the peloton, transmitting to us what it is like to win a stage in a sport that is both individual and team, one of the wonderful contradictions that it entails.
If you like cycling, it’s an unmissable documentary and a real gem for fans, and if not, who knows, it could be a great starting point to become a fan of this wonderful sport that attracts more people every day.
With mere days to go, Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl announces their lineup and assesses the odds against them. Can Fabio Jakobsen sprint his way to a comeback?
Welcome to Hell
Stacked with fierce riders, team Jumbo-Visma takes on the cobblestones — but mechanical challenges and internal competition make for a chaotic stage.
The Weight of a Nation
A third of the way into the race with no wins for France, Groupama-FDJ and AG2R-Citroën enter the mountain stage with the eyes of a nation upon them.
Attack, Counter Attack
During the Granon stage, Jonas makes a bid for the yellow jersey — but when a swift Slovenian gets in his way, Jumbo-Visma changes their plan of attack.
Breakneck Speed
As EF Education-EasyPost strategically showcase their young talent, the INEOS Grenadiers consider using their secret weapon: newcomer Thomas Pidcock.
Plan B
When their leader drops out, Alpecin-Deceuninck hedges their bets on Jasper “Disaster” Philipsen. Will he live up to his nickname or redeem himself?
Everything for the Podium
The last week of the tour arrives. With his legacy on the line, 2018 winner Geraint Thomas battles Groupama-FDJ leader David Gaudu for a podium spot.
Road to Paris
A final push in the mountains remains between the sprinters and Paris. While Fabio finds his fire, Jonas and Wout fight Tadej Pogačar to the finish.
Visitor Rating: 3 Stars