Kasia Niewiadoma wins the queen stage of the 2026 Tour de France Femmes at Mont Ventoux

In the seventh stage of the Tour de France Femmes, held on Friday, Kasia Niewiadoma triumphed at the summit of Mont Ventoux. The Canyon-SRAM rider gained a significant lead of 1 minute and 16 seconds over the Netherlands' Demi Vollering.

This victory marks the first success of Niewiadoma's career in the Tour, following an impressive performance that showcased her dominance over the challenging course. According to France 24, the yellow jersey holder, Marlen Reusser, faced difficulties during the stage.

The Mont Ventoux stage was regarded as the queen stage of the tour, featuring demanding climbs and a route known for its difficulty. The peloton was tested both by the terrain's topography and the race conditions.

Prior to this stage, the sixth stage had also been closely watched, with Kim Le Court from Mauritius winning the sprint in Tournon-sur-Rhône after a stage marked by several incidents, including a crash.

Mont Ventoux, nicknamed the "Giant of Provence," saw the best climbers compete in the only hors catégorie ascent of the edition, a moment anticipated by all riders and fans. The proposed route presents unique challenges and captivates public attention.

The results of this stage, along with Niewiadoma's ascendance, reflect the intensity and competition in this edition of the Tour de France Femmes, which continues with two crucial final stages.