Demi Vollering won stage eight of the Tour de France Femmes and moved into the overall lead, taking the yellow jersey with one stage remaining.
Key facts
- Demi Vollering won stage eight of the Tour de France Femmes.
- She took the leader's yellow jersey with the stage victory.
- Only one stage remains in the race.
- Vollering raced clear to secure the win, according to the BBC.
Demi Vollering claimed victory on stage eight of the Tour de France Femmes, racing clear of her rivals to take the win, according to the BBC.
The stage success also delivered the biggest prize of all for Vollering, who moved into the overall lead and took possession of the leader’s yellow jersey.
The timing of her attack proved decisive, coming with just one stage of the race still to be contested.
With the general classification lead now in her hands, Vollering heads into the final day of the Tour de France Femmes in the strongest possible position.
The BBC reported that Vollering both won the stage and snatched the yellow jersey, underlining the significance of her ride on stage eight.
Why it matters
The yellow jersey is the most coveted prize in the Tour de France Femmes, and moving into the lead before the final stage puts Vollering in position to win the overall title. With only one day of racing left, her stage-eight ride could prove decisive for the outcome of the race.
Frequently asked questions
Who won stage eight of the Tour de France Femmes?
Demi Vollering won stage eight, racing clear to take the victory, according to the BBC.
Who leads the Tour de France Femmes now?
Vollering took the leader's yellow jersey with her stage-eight win, moving into the overall lead.
How many stages are left in the race?
Just one stage remains in the Tour de France Femmes after stage eight.