Katarzyna Niewiadoma Wins Tour de France Femmes

Katarzyna Niewiadoma of Poland clinched her first Tour de France Femmes title on August 18, 2024, narrowly defeating defending champion Demi Vollering by just four seconds in a thrilling finale at Alpe d'Huez. Niewiadoma, who had a 1:15 lead over Vollering at the start of the final stage, faced intense pressure as Vollering launched a strong attack on the Col du Glandon. Despite Vollering winning the stage, her efforts were insufficient to overcome Niewiadoma's lead, who finished fourth but secured the overall victory. The race's conclusion featured a tense battle among several riders on the challenging 149.9-km route, showcasing Niewiadoma's resilience. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Polish cyclist, who previously finished third in the two prior editions of the race. Vollering's attempt to reclaim the title was hampered by a crash earlier in the competition, making Niewiadoma's triumph all the more remarkable.