"We are discussing the Tour matter with ASO, but it's still too early to make a decision," said the French minister, who wondered "what would happen if it took place behind closed doors, since the Tour is not based on ticket sales, but on television rights."

According to Maracineanu on France Bleu, "in this confinement period, everyone is aware and responsible, and everyone understood the benefits of staying at home and therefore favored the TV program instead of the live show. Finally, it wouldn't be so crazy to follow the Tour on television."

"The Tour is a sports monument, but it's too early to decide, there's time for everything. Now we have another more urgent battle and we must join forces in facing this difficulty before moving on to the next one."