Chris Froome returns to action in a pedal boat charity race across the Mediterranean Sea.
## What is The Crossing?
The Crossing is a 225km route from Viareggio in Italy to Monaco, organized by Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco.
The event will raise money to protect marine life and promote water safety in the area.
## Why is Chris Froome participating?
Chris Froome, 41, will be one of 32 athletes taking on the challenge, including former road racers Filippo Pozzato and Jakob Fuglsang.
He hasn't raced since the Tour de Pologne last year, having suffered life-threatening injuries in a training crash.
## What comes next for Chris Froome?
The Crossing will take place on June 19, with competition coming in the form of eight teams with four members.
The event will be sponsored by eyewear brand Scicon Sports.
Chris Froome's participation in The Crossing is an unexpected addition to his calendar of activities this year.
The four-time Tour de France winner will tackle the 225km route through the Pelagos Sanctuary.
The Pelagos Sanctuary is a protected area encompassing the Ligurian Sea and French Riviera.
Chris Froome will be racing a pedal bike boat from Viareggio to Monaco.
The Crossing will raise money for a good cause, and Chris Froome is happy to be a part of it.
As of June 19, Chris Froome will have completed his first pedal boat charity race.
The outcome of The Crossing is yet to be determined, but Chris Froome's participation is already making waves.