Kasia Niewiadoma takes stunning solo victory atop Mont Ventoux to seize Tour de France Femmes lead

Kasia Niewiadoma, the reigning 2024 Tour de France Femmes champion, claimed a stunning solo stage victory atop Mont Ventoux with a powerful acceleration 9km from the summit. Her attack caught rivals Demi Vollering and Marlen Reusser off guard, distancing both competitors on one of cycling's most iconic climbs. The victory also saw Niewiadoma seize the overall race lead at the Tour de France Femmes.