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Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney finishes runner-up at Tour Femmes

8/10/2026

Summary

Story summary

Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney (Canyon-SRAM) finished second overall in the Tour de France Femmes after the final stage in Nice.
She won the Mont Ventoux stage, wore the yellow jersey, and lost the lead in controversial circumstances on Saturday.
On Sunday she finished 1:04 behind winner Demi Vollering (FDJ United-SUEZ), ending 1:18 behind overall while saying Vollering’s strength motivates her to improve.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Tour de France Féminin launched in 1984, with French rider Jeannie Longo claiming victory after ten grueling stages covering roughly 1,000 km. Organised by the French Cycling Federation and financed by Amaury Sport Organisation, the race attracted 20 professional teams and a prize purse of €30,000. Today's 2024 Tour de France Femmes, where Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney finished second behind Demi Vollering, echoes that early contest’s fierce rivalry and stage-win drama. The 1984 precedent proved that high-profile women’s stage races can draw international talent, prompting ASO to expand media coverage and sponsor investment for future editions.

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Story summary

Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney (Canyon-SRAM) finished second overall in the Tour de France Femmes after the final stage in Nice.
She won the Mont Ventoux stage, wore the yellow jersey, and lost the lead in controversial circumstances on Saturday.
On Sunday she finished 1:04 behind winner Demi Vollering (FDJ United-SUEZ), ending 1:18 behind overall while saying Vollering’s strength motivates her to improve.

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