While all eyes are on the Tour as it travels through France in real life, its apparently a popular time to introduce new virtual ways to explore the roads in France. Shortly after Zwift announced their Paris map expansion, MyWhoosh just unlocked its new France World, which brings eight new routes to the platform. And its open for all users, right now. The launch was timed to coincide with Bastille Day on 14 July 2026. After a month of early access for Season Pass holders, the new MyWhoosh France World destination is now open to anyone on the platform at no extra cost, which is consistent with MyWhooshs free-to-ride model.(Photos / MyWhoosh)The eight new routes cover a range of terrain that reflects the variety of French cycling landscapes. Riders can ride flat, wind-exposed southern plains as well as steep mountain climbs, including the Col de Galibier. The routes are rendered in MyWhooshs visual style, which is more realistic than Zwifts cartoon-y worlds. Once you complete each route, they feed into a new in-game challenge system designed to reward exploration.For riders who want a more structured experience, MyWhoosh is also launching Vive la France, a two-stage mission running from 14 July through 2 August. The first stage, Paris to the Provinces (July 1424), takes riders through rolling terrain on the Paris Classic route.The second stage, The Summit (July 25August 2), focuses on the Galibier climb. Completing both stages unlocks the Colnago Master Retro Frame, Colnago Master Retro Wheels, and a Vive la France Mission Badge. All the gear and collectables are drawn from European cycling heritage.Whether youre working through the mission or just want to spin through a new digital landscape, France World is available now with no paywall or sign-up required.New Routes:Camargue PlainsToulouse PlainsTour de CorseParis ClassicCobbled ClassicCol de GalibierHautacam SummitLes Deux GantsThe MyWhoosh Esports Championships: Two Continents, One Yellow JerseyIn other MyWhoosh news, the UCI and MyWhoosh have announced the qualification structure and key dates for the 2026 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships. The grand finale is set for December 12 across two live venues. The first one is in North America, and the other is in Europe.The format carries over from 2025, combining National Federation selections with open-access racing on the MyWhoosh platform. This gives cyclists from across the globe a realistic path to compete. Around 100 riders per gender will earn semi-final spots through their National Federations. The Federations receive quotas of three to ten riders based on recent championship results. Federations without a quota can still nominate up to two riders, as long as those athletes meet MyWhooshs performance verification requirements. Federations handle their own selection process, so athletes with eligibility questions should check in with their home federation directly.Outside the Federation PathwaySitting at home with no idea what a Federation pathway is? Dont worry, there are roughly 30 spots per gender available through the MyWhoosh Sunday Race Club Elite series. That series runs the first two Sundays of September. These open races are available to any rider not already selected by their federation. And those who qualify this way can be added to their national team on top of the existing quota.The virtual semi-final on October 2nd will bring together around 260 athletes. The top finishers advance to the live December final. A few additional spots may open up through UCI wild card selections (up to three per gender). And the 2025 World Champions earn automatic entry. Federations have until August 31st to confirm their rosters, with the final semi-final participant list locked in by September 4th.Key DatesJuly August: National Federation nomination windowAugust 31st: federations confirm selected athletesFirst two Sundays of September: open qualification races (MyWhoosh Sunday Race Club Elite)September 4th: final semi-final entry list confirmedOctober 2nd: virtual semi-final, c.260 athletesDecember 12th: grand final, live across North America and EuropeFor additional details, check the link below. MyWhoosh.com