Women's Tour de France triumph: Pauline Ferrand-Prevoz clinches the 8th stage, seizing the yellow jersey
The 8th stage of the Tour de France Femmes, held on Sunday between Praz-sur-Arly and Châtel, was a memorable one as French cyclist Pauline Ferrand-Prevot claimed her first victory on the Grande Boucle.
This stage was the decisive one of the race, marking the final stage before the race concludes. The intense competition among the top riders was evident throughout the stage, with Pauline Ferrand-Prevot launching a decisive attack in the climb up the Col de la Madeleine.
The stage was won by Ferrand-Prevot's team, Visma-Lease a bike, with the French cyclist crossing the finish line first. Sarah Gigante (AG Insurance-Soudal Team) finished second, maintaining her strong performance in the race. Demi Vollering completed the podium, finishing third with a time lag of +3'18'' behind Ferrand-Prevot.
Gigante's second-place finish in the 8th stage moved her to the new runner-up position in the general classification, with a 2'37 lead over Ferrand-Prevot. The overall leader of the Tour de France Femmes, Ferrand-Prevot, now holds a commanding position for the final victory of the race.
The Tour de France Femmes, inaugurated in 2022, is a prestigious women’s stage race designed to showcase the talents of female cyclists across varied terrains. The 2025 edition took place from July 26 to August 3, covering 1,165 km over nine stages. The route included two flat stages, two medium-mountain, two high-mountain, and three hilly stages, challenging riders’ endurance and climbing skills.
Pauline Ferrand-Prevot, a prominent French cyclist, has been a notable contender in the Tour de France Femmes since its inception in 2022. Other top riders like Kasia Niewiadoma, Demi Vollering, Lotte Kopecky, and Elisa Longo Borghini also brought strong competition to the race, making the Tour de France Femmes a highlight in the women’s WorldTour calendar.
Detailed stage profiles and results, including Ferrand-Prevot's individual performance, are available in race reports and official cycling news sources. The final stage of the Tour de France Femmes will take place on August 3, with the race concluding in Châtel Les Portes du Soleil.
French cyclist Pauline Ferrand-Prevot's victory in the 8th stage of the Tour de France Femmes marked a significant achievement, as she claimed her first win on the race's famous climbs. This triumph came during a sports event where various top riders, including fellow French competitors, showcased their skills in the challenging terrain.
