Copenhagen is getting ready to stage the Tour de France Grand Départ in just a few days' time ©Getty Images

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Riders wore masks at the team presentation as part of new COVID-19 rules imposed by the International Cycling Union ©Getty Images
Riders wore masks at the team presentation as part of new COVID-19 rules imposed by the International Cycling Union ©Getty Images
Spectators waved the Danish national flag as teams were welcomed on stage ©Getty Images
Spectators waved the Danish national flag as teams were welcomed on stage ©Getty Images


DSM enjoyed a warm reception at Tivoli Gardens ©Getty Images
DSM enjoyed a warm reception at Tivoli Gardens ©Getty Images


Cyclists from Ineos Grenadiers made their way through the excited crowds ©Getty Images
Cyclists from Ineos Grenadiers made their way through the excited crowds ©Getty Images


People of all ages got the chance to see their cycling heroes ©Getty Images
People of all ages got the chance to see their cycling heroes ©Getty Images


Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen was packed during the team presentaiton ©Getty Images
Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen was packed during the team presentaiton ©Getty Images


Riders are set to pass a number of Copenhagen landmarks during the individual time trial ©Getty Images
Riders are set to pass a number of Copenhagen landmarks during the individual time trial ©Getty Images


Jumbo-Visma are expected to be in the mix for the team classification crown ©Getty Images
Jumbo-Visma are expected to be in the mix for the team classification crown ©Getty Images
UAE Team Emirates have named a strong team including two-time Tour de France winner and reigning champion Tadej Pogačar from Slovenia ©Getty Images
UAE Team Emirates have named a strong team including two-time Tour de France winner and reigning champion Tadej Pogačar from Slovenia ©Getty Images