Thomas de Gendt of Lotto Soudal told Belgian media that he is not convinced that the race will be held in the 2020 season.

"I don't believe that the virus will suddenly disappear and everything will be back to normal. Sports will be one of the last things to be considered. Yes, I believe that Paris-Nice is the last race in 2020," de Gendt told VTM News on Tuesday.

On Monday, the French government extended the national blockade until at least May, and large gatherings will no longer be permitted after mid-July, eliminating the possibility of the Tour de France taking place on the original date of June 27 to July 19.

"It was not a surprise, but still disappointing," de Gendt said of the decision. "This extends our goal by another month. It is the decision of the French government and we have to accept that decision."

Spain's Marca newspaper reported on Tuesday that the Tour will be held in August, with the Vuelta a España in September and the Giro d'Italia possibly in October.

"It's still under discussion, but it would be a good compromise for all three Grand Tours," de Gendt said.

"The Monument [cycling's five major one-day classics] could be held in the interim.

Meanwhile, French newspaper Le Dauphiné Libéré reported that Tour organizer ASO is considering holding France's signature stage race from August 29 to September 20.

"There will be no preparation race," de Gendt suggests. Few players will be able to do the high altitude training camp, and there will be some differences depending on where they live. But everyone is fresh."

Regarding day-to-day life as the pandemic continues, de Gendt added: "I'll be at home, I'll be training. I'm at home, I train, but there's no racing."

The team's teammates are also in the same place, in France, Spain, and Italy, where the pandemic is still ongoing. [Unlike his colleagues in France, Spain, and Italy, de Gendt is still able to train outside.

"I do a lot of rollerblading, and in the afternoons I go out for two or three hour rides.