Kasia Niewiadoma secured a victory on the legendary slopes of Mont Ventoux, riding to a solo triumph and seizing the yellow jersey. The Canyon-SRAM climber crossed the finish line 1 minute and 16 seconds ahead of Dutch rival Demi Vollering, cementing a commanding position in the race.
Conquering the Giant of Provence
The effort rewarded her with both the stage victory and the coveted maillot jaune, putting her firmly at the head of the general classification.
The Battle for the Yellow Jersey
Demi Vollering crossed the finish line 1 minute and 16 seconds behind Niewiadoma, forced to chase on the unforgiving slopes after the decisive acceleration.
Niewiadoma, who previously captured the overall title at the Tour de France Femmes in 2024, demonstrated once again that she excels on the sport’s most demanding climbs.
What Lies Ahead in the Race
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