Vollering held off Niewiadoma in a dramatic ninth and final stage to Nice to win the Tour de France Femmes, according to live coverage from the Guardian.
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Key facts
- Vollering held off Niewiadoma to win the Tour de France Femmes.
- The result was decided in a dramatic final stage that finished in Nice.
- Vollering had taken the yellow jersey the previous day.
- The race concluded on 9 August 2026 with the ninth stage.
Vollering claimed victory at the Tour de France Femmes after holding off Niewiadoma in a dramatic final stage, according to live coverage from the Guardian on 9 August 2026.
The decisive ninth stage finished in Nice, where Vollering defended the overall lead she had established a day earlier by taking the yellow jersey.
Speaking after taking the yellow jersey, Vollering said: “In a stage race you take it day by day … you can be disappointed in the evening.” She added: “But in the morning, you put on a new mask, and you go again.”
The Guardian described the closing stage as dramatic, with Vollering keeping Niewiadoma at bay through to the finish to secure the general classification win.
The outlet provided live updates from the race, following the action from the afternoon through to the conclusion in Nice.
Why it matters
The Tour de France Femmes is one of the biggest events in women's professional cycling, and its outcome shapes the sport's season and rider profiles. A closely contested finish between two leading riders underscores the growing competitiveness and visibility of women's cycling.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the Tour de France Femmes?
Vollering won the Tour de France Femmes after holding off Niewiadoma in the final stage, according to the Guardian.
Where did the final stage finish?
The final stage finished in Nice, according to the Guardian's live coverage.
When did Vollering take the lead?
Vollering took the yellow jersey the day before the final stage, according to the Guardian.
Timeline
- Vollering holds off Niewiadoma in dramatic final stage to win Tour de France Femmes – live reaction
The Guardian Sport: Live cycling updates from 15.05 BST/16.05 CET Follow us on Instagram | Mail Luke Vollering, after taking yellow yesterday : “In a stage race you take it day by day … you can be disappointed in the evening. “But in the morning, you put on a new mask, and you go again.” Continue re