The Cycling Podcast S13 Ep108: Stage 7 | Bourg-en-Bresse - Chambéry | Tour de France Femmes 2025
Aug 1, 2025
Dive into the thrilling challenges of Stage 7 at the Tour de France Femmes, where standout performances and team strategies take center stage. Enjoy humorous tales from Chambéry, including the hosts' cheese adventures and delightful local wine. Discover the tactical preparations and emotional journeys of racers preparing for critical stages. Plus, learn about post-race recovery routines that keep athletes at their best. Each moment is a mix of excitement, camaraderie, and culinary delights!
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Hotel Room Mix-Up Anecdote
- Rose Manley and Denny Gray recount their late-night mix-up at a Campanile hotel with locked rooms and confused key arrangements.
- A large man mistook them for intruders, leading to a sheepish encounter and a delayed check-in.
Stage 7 Race Dynamics Insight
- Stage 7 favored opportunistic racing with a decisive break and multiple attacks on the Col de Grenier.
- Despite attacks and time gaps, the general classification saw little change, keeping Kim Lecourt in yellow.
Dominique Wadacic on Squibban's Win
- Dominique Wadacic described Mavis Squibban's stage win as feeling like a dream and a "small joke" attack that secured victory.
- Wadacic expressed awe at Squibban's strength despite her claim of not feeling great that day.