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Tour of Britain Women races continue in Wales with challenging stages

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Tour of Britain Women races continue in Wales with challenging stages
Summary

Top female cyclists are competing in the Tour of Britain Women across five stages, with two taking place in Wales. Stage three begins today, covering 104.7 km from Mold to the Great Orme, followed by stage four tomorrow from Llanidloes to Hay-on-Wye, featuring demanding climbs and a total ascent of 2,280m. Welsh cyclists, including Anna Morris and Zoe Backstedt, are aiming to secure strong performances on home soil. The Tour, which started on 19 August, highlights the growing profile of women’s cycling in the UK.

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By the Numbers
  • •Stage three runs 104.7 km from Mold to Great Orme.
  • •Anna Morris is best-placed Welsh rider, 20 seconds behind leader Lorena Wiebes.
  • •Stage four features a challenging route of 138.3 km from Llanidloes to Hay-on-Wye.
  • •Zoe Backstedt seeks to build on a successful season, including recent titles.
  • •The Tour concludes on 23 August in Warwickshire.
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  • 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — World's best on Welsh roads in Tour of Britain Women
  • 3:06 AMBBC Sport — World's best on Welsh roads in Tour of Britain Women
What they're saying
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Some of the world's best riders are ready to take on Welsh roads as the Tour of Britain Women comes to Wales for two days.

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Some of the world's best riders are ready to take on Welsh roads as the Tour of Britain Women comes to Wales for two days.

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