'It's just a mind trip' – Riders from the Tour de France Femmes peloton recount their racing experiences of Mont Ventoux

Ahead of stage 7 of the Tour de France Femmes, which features the iconic Mont Ventoux climb, Cyclingnews spoke with riders who have previously raced up the 'Giant of Provence.' Many of the women in the peloton will be tackling the famous climb for the first time, making the stage a significant psychological and physical challenge. Experienced riders described the ascent as a mental challenge as much as a physical one, with one characterising it as 'just a mind trip.'