Ruben Van Gucht's 'Congé Payé' mixes Tour de France talk with pregnancy news

Belgian broadcaster VTM's entertainment programme "Congé Payé" is drawing attention for its lively discussion of the Tour de France, hosted by journalist Ruben Van Gucht and featuring cyclists such as Tom Boonen and Jan Bakelants. The show, filmed in southern France, also became a focus of personal interest after Van Gucht's pregnant partner, Charlotte Van Looy, confirmed that he will attend the birth of their daughter. Van Looy told Het Laatste Nieuws that "Ruben is the most dutiful man I know" and that all his employers understand his need to be present at the delivery. The programme is praised for its behind‑the‑scenes access to riders and its informal, humor‑filled style.