Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast Tour de France Femmes 2025 - Stage 6
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Jul 31, 2025 Discover the thrilling challenges of Stage 6 in the Tour de France Femmes with a deep dive into its 124-kilometer course filled with climbs and descents. Explore the strategic maneuvers and team dynamics that shape the competitive landscape, including the tension between personal goals and collaboration. Unpack the intriguing white jersey competition and the impact of rider performances on race outcomes. Gain insights into recovery strategies for cyclists and witness unexpected successes that could alter the championship course.
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Stage 6: Long climb warmup
- Stage 6 of the Tour de France Femmes features a long 20km climb at about 5% gradient.
- The stage is a moderate mountain warmup with 2,400 meters of climbing, impactful but not decisive yet.
Sara Gigante's Challenge Descending
- Sara Gigante's descending is a weakness that teams like AG Insurance could exploit.
- Gigante is now closer in GC than some teams expected, complicating leader strategies.
Use Satellite Riders Wisely
- FDJ Suisse benefits from using a satellite rider like Elisa Shabby in the breakaway to gain QOM points and representation.
- However, excessive pacing from Shabby in the breakaway wastes energy and cooperation should be better.