Victory back-to-back in Tour de France Femmes for up-and-coming cyclist Maëva Squiban, leaving teammates in awe.
Maeve Squiban Shines in Tour de France Femmes
Maeve Squiban, a French professional cyclist, has captured the spotlight at this year's Tour de France Femmes with her impressive performances and a stunning victory on the mountain stage.
Riding for UAE Team ADQ, Squiban demonstrated her climbing prowess by making a decisive attack on stage six, leading the race and securing points on a challenging climb. This victory marked her second stage win of the tournament and added to her three combativity awards.
The team, initially in disbelief and joy, continued to attack despite illness affecting other riders and leaving them with just four for stage seven. Team Director Cherie Pridham was speechless after the race, while Squiban expressed her emotions, mentioning the need for time at home to process her achievements.
Squiban's performance has been described as exceptional, with her wins on the mountain stage earning accolades from all quarters. Her teammate, Dominika Włodarczyk, found Squiban's success more amazing than her own, needing time to accept what has happened. Włodarczyk, the team's GC hope, moved to 11th overall.
Meanwhile, Elisa Longo Borghini, the team's leader, withdrew from the race due to illness. This unexpected victory has been celebrated by many, with French national team coach Paul Brousse predicting Squiban's potential to compete in a Grand Tour general classification quickly. This prediction has been joined by others, creating a chorus of praise for Squiban's abilities.
Squiban, often described as a "pocket rocket," has a love for French rap music that drives her teammates crazy. The team's motto, "We say 'Why not?' We have nothing to lose," seems to perfectly encapsulate Squiban's fearless and aggressive racing style.
As Squiban lies in 16th place overall, she has announced herself as a potential future contender for the Tour de France Femmes GC. Tour de France Femmes director Marion Rousse even went as far as predicting that the next Bernard Hinault could be a woman, hinting at Squiban's promising future in the sport.
With her impressive performances in the 2025 Tour de France Femmes, Maeve Squiban has cemented her place as one of the best climbers in women’s cycling and has left everyone wondering what she will achieve next.
Sports have illuminated the Tour de France Femmes with Maeve Squiban's captivating performances, showcasing her strength as one of the best climbers in women's cycling. The UAE Team ADQ cyclist's remarkable victories on the mountain stages have caught the attention of many, signifying a promising future in the sport.
