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North Texas who found cycling losing weight for kidney donation to witness Tour de France
By Sophia Beausoleil at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 12, 2026
· 2 min read
The prestigious Tour de France is underway. The 21-day cycling race is famed for its scenic and challenging routes.
North Texas has a strong biking community that’s watching the race from afar, but a man from Aubrey will get the chance of a lifetime to see the Tour de France up close and pers...
Key takeaway Tim Connor, 50, became a cycling enthusiast after deciding to donate a kidney to a neighbor while he was living in Oklahoma.
Why this matters in Frisco News
For North Texas cycling enthusiasts, the Tour de France is more than just a prestigious race, it's a shared passion. Locally, the strong biking community is cheering on their favorite riders from afar. But for one Aubrey man, the experience will be uniquely personal. Tim Connor's journey to the Tour de France is a testament to the power of selflessness and newfound passion. His story connects to the broader local community of cyclists who will be watching the Tour de France with interest, inspired by his transformation into an avid rider.
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Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The prestigious Tour de France is underway. The 21-day cycling race is famed for its scenic and challenging routes.
North Texas has a strong biking community that’s watching the race from afar, but a man from Aubrey will get the chance of a lifetime to see the Tour de France up close and pers...
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