Mauritian cyclist Kim Le Court secured a dominant sprint victory on stage 6 of the Tour de France Femmes, prevailing over France’s Cédrine Kerbaol and the Netherlands’ Puck Pieterse after a grueling 153-kilometer route from Montbrison to Tournon-sur-Rhône.
Stage 6 Breakdown: From Montbrison to Tournon-sur-Rhône
The sixth day of racing offered the peloton little respite. According to official race data, the 153-kilometer trek wound through a demanding, rolling landscape that tested riders physically after nearly a full week of intense competition. The terrain encouraged aggressive racing from the flag drop, with multiple breakaway attempts fracturing the field as riders hunted for stage honors.
Local favorite Célia Géry electrified the roadside crowds on familiar roads in the Ardèche department. The young French rider launched a potent attack with fewer than 15 kilometers remaining before the finish line in Tournon-sur-Rhône. Race officials later named Géry the most combative rider of the day for her relentless aggression off the front.
The Decisive Sprint Finish in Tournon-sur-Rhône
Despite Géry’s spirited acceleration, she could not shake the remaining five riders who formed the day’s primary breakaway.
Inside the final kilometers, the remnants of the chase group caught the leaders, setting the stage for a high-speed dash for the line. Kim Le Court timed her effort to perfection, launching her sprint early enough to hold off her rivals. Cédrine Kerbaol crossed the line in second place, while Puck Pieterse rounded out the podium in third.
General Classification Standings Ahead of Mont Ventoux
Switzerland’s Marlen Reusser successfully defended her race lead, retaining the coveted yellow jersey through the stage 6 finale. Reusser’s grip on the overall standings faces its ultimate test tomorrow.
The race now pivots to its marquee showdown. The peloton faces the formidable slopes of Mont Ventoux on stage 7, an iconic Alpine ascent that will reshape the general classification and crown a true climber’s champion.
What Comes Next in the Tour de France Femmes
The race continues tomorrow with the queen stage, featuring a summit finish atop the legendary Mont Ventoux. Fans can follow live timing and official race updates through the official Tour de France Femmes channels as the contenders battle for the overall title.
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