The live coverage of the 8th stage of the fourth edition of the Tour de France Femmes is set to begin with a thrilling journey from Chambéry to the challenging col de la Madeleine. Scheduled to take place on July 26, this stage promises to be a race like no other, culminating on August 3 in Châtel, Haute-Savoie.
This particular stage is labeled as the queen stage of the edition, starting in Chambéry and leading to the notorious col de la Madeleine, which features an arduous 18-kilometer climb with an average gradient of 8.1%. The cyclists will navigate through the Bauges massif and several other mountain passes as they make their way to the Maurienne valley and reach the summit finish.
The action kicks off at 2 p.m., with expectations that the stage winner will cross the finish line around 5:15 p.m., maintaining an average speed of 34 kilometers per hour. Fans can catch the live broadcast on channels like France 2, France 3, and Eurosport 1.
Valentin Moinard and Yanis Soul will be anchoring the live coverage, providing commentary and insights as the cyclists tackle the stage’s numerous challenges.
It’s an exciting time for sports fans as the Tour de France Femmes showcases the strength and perseverance of female cyclists in challenging terrains. This event not only highlights remarkable athletic performances but also promotes women’s sports, inspiring a new generation of female athletes.