Demi Vollering claims title in thrilling Tour de France Femmes finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:23 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Demi Vollering secured the Tour de France Femmes title on August 10, after a dramatic final stage in Nice. With 16 kilometers remaining, Vollering attacked on the Col d’Eze, extending a narrow lead into a significant victory margin. This year’s edition has been praised for its intense and unpredictable racing, highlighted by tight competition between Vollering and Kasia Niewiadoma. Both riders have consistently finished on the podium since the race’s reintroduction in 2022. Looking ahead, Niewiadoma expressed her determination to come back stronger next year, indicating an escalating rivalry that enhances the race's appeal.
- •Vollering attacked with 600m to go on Col d’Eze.
- •She won by over a minute after an intense nine-day race.
- •Vollering won three stages in total throughout the event.
- •Niewiadoma finished on the podium again, continuing her strong rivalry with Vollering.
- •Next year's competition is anticipated to feature even more fierce competition.
- 2:23 PMYahoo Sports — The Tour de France Femmes was a triumph – and the next step is obvious
"IN FOCUS: Demi Vollering was a fitting winner of a memorable edition – but, Flo Clifford writes, the race could be bigger, better and bolder
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