Surprise parents' visit inspires new leader in Tour de France Femmes
Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney takes the lead in the Tour de France Femmes after a surprise appearance of her parents roadside.
Poland's Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney made history by becoming the first rider to win a stage of the Tour de France Femmes climb to Mont Ventoux. The 2024 champion secured the overall lead after her decisive attack up the challenging mountain, leaving past champion Marlen Reusser and current champion Demi Vollering in her wake. Niewiadoma-Phinney's surprise victory was inspired by her parents, who surprised her on the roadside during the climb.
Despite her emotional victory, Niewiadoma-Phinney described the feeling of reaching the top of Mont Ventoux as an amazing experience, reminiscent of her childhood. The Polish rider will now aim to maintain her lead as the Tour de France Femmes progresses, with two stages remaining.
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