'It's real recognition': On Mont Ventoux, the Tour de France Femmes prepares to forge its own legend
For the first time, female cyclists will climb the legendary 'Giant of Provence' during the seventh stage of the race on Friday, August 7, taking on its most challenging side. This highly anticipated ascent marks another significant step forward in the history of women's cycling.
Poland's Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney achieved a remarkable solo victory, conquering the challenging Mont Ventoux climb during stage seven of the Tour de France Femmes. The 146.8-kilometer route brought the iconic 16-kilometer ascent to its conclusion, resulting in Niewiadoma-Phinney's triumphant arrival at the summit. The stage, held on Friday, saw the 2024 winner enter the lead of the overall race and finally fulfill her ambition to secure a stage win in the prestigious Tour de France Femmes.
Niewiadoma-Phinney's victory marks a turning point in her long-awaited pursuit of success in the race, with her now holding a 15-second lead over second-place Dutch rider Demi Vollering and third-place Italy's Elisa Longo Borghini.
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