THEMOVE Marianne Vos & Visma Assert Dominance | Tour de France 2025 Stage 1 | THEMOVE Femmes
Jul 26, 2025
The thrilling first stage of the Tour de France Femmes saw Marianne Vos clinch a nail-biting victory. The discussion dives into the strategic maneuvers by Visma-Lease a Bike and the superb lead-out from Pauline Ferrand-Prévot. Nutrition strategies for female cyclists are explored, emphasizing the challenges of endurance racing. With anticipation building for the hilly stage to Quimper, insights on team dynamics and personal stories add depth to the excitement of this competitive tour.
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Pauline's Long Lead-Out Struggle
- Pauline Ferrand-Prevot led solo for 800 meters near finish but got stuck pulling too long.
- Marianne Vos sprinted around Kim LaCourt to secure victory and yellow jersey for her team.
Stage 1's Puncheur Finish
- Stage 1 featured a tough 1.7 km climb at 6.2%, not a traditional sprint finish.
- This punchy finish suits climbers and puncheurs more than sprinters, altering race dynamics.
Marlen Rooster's Bad Luck
- Marlen Rooster had food poisoning and crashed on Stage 1, forcing her to abandon the race.
- This was a significant blow to her team and the event.