Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast

Tour de France Femmes 2025 - Stage 7

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Aug 1, 2025
The hosts dive into the dynamics of the seventh stage of the Tour de France Femmes, exploring both the medium mountain course and the strategic maneuvers of breakaway riders. They analyze standout performances, particularly from Maud Reimbeek and Meva Squibon, while pointing out tactical missteps from key teams like Visma. The challenges of climbing and descent control add to the drama as they discuss Maeva Scribon's impressive comeback. Anticipation builds for the next stages and the potential shifts in General Classification standings.
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Maeva Squibon's Breakaway Power

  • Maeva Squibon dominated the breakaway with strong, sustained attacks on climbs. \n- She won two back-to-back stages and showed GC potential despite early time loss.
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Underestimating Sarah Gigante's Descending

  • Sarah Gigante's weakness is descending, making the descent stage a tactical opportunity. \n- Yet teams underestimated this, failing to capitalize on chances to isolate her during descents.
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Missed Chance to Pressure Gigante

  • SDWorks pushed hard on the descent but stopped too soon, allowing Gigante to remain in the front group. \n- This hesitation cost them a chance to put real pressure on her.
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