Scotland has hosted the opening stage of the race twice before and the race held a stage in the Scottish Borders town of Peebles in 2009.
“This is excellent news for Scotland,” said Vicky Davidson, Scottish Borders Council Executive Member for Economic Development. “When the Tour was here in 2009 it had a considerable impact on the Scottish Borders and to secure the Grand Depart and the Tour Ride really will keep the Scottish Borders on the map as a world class cycling destination.
“Businesses got right behind the event in Peebles last year and thousands of spectators turned out to watch the event, so I anticipate a great response next year.”
The 2010 edition gets underway this Saturday.
