Demi Vollering clinched her second Tour de France Femmes title with a commanding performance near Nice, where she launched a decisive attack on the final climbs. The Dutch cyclist crossed the finish line 1 minute and 18 seconds ahead of Kasia Niewiadoma, securing her victory. Vollering made her move on the Col d’Èze, pulling away from Niewiadoma with about 600 meters left on the ascent. Although Niewiadoma, who had won the 2024 edition, attempted multiple attacks during the climbs, she could not outpace Vollering.
The win for Vollering unfolded amid ongoing tension between her and Niewiadoma regarding tactics used in Saturday’s stage. Niewiadoma had accused Célia Gery, a teammate of Vollering, of interfering during a crucial part of the race, leading to criticism and discussions between the two competitors before the final stage. Despite the controversy, Niewiadoma recognized Vollering’s formidable strength, expressing her desire for a fair competition.
Vollering expressed that her victory was meant to showcase her team’s deserving win based on their athletic performance. While Niewiadoma finished second overall, she maintained her impressive streak of podium finishes in recent Tour editions. This result further solidifies her reputation as a consistent top performer in the competition.
The final stage also saw challenges for Marlen Reusser, who suffered a crash while descending the Col d’Èze. This incident caused the Swiss rider to fall from third in the overall standings to 14th. Reusser’s misfortune highlighted the unpredictable nature of the race’s final climbs, which tested even the most skilled cyclists.