"It's fantastic news that the Tour de France and the Vuelta a Espana will return to terrestrial television with highlights on 5 this summer, and I am delighted to be able to tell the world that I will be the host," Charlton said.
Charlton indicated that the program would focus on race analysis and human-interest stories.
"It's an absolute dream to have the opportunity to bring the racing to life for all of the cycling fans out there as well as guiding some new viewers along for the ride," she added.
National event planners also welcomed the deal as vital promotion for the upcoming domestic stages.
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"We want to bring the 2027 Grands Départs to as wide an audience as possible, so it is fantastic news that fans can look forward to following this year's edition with free-to-air coverage to build their excitement for what to expect when the Grand Départ arrives in Britain in 2027," said Paul Bush, Managing Director of the 2027 GB Grands Départs.
