Pauline Ferrand‑Prévot delivered a commanding solo victory on stage eight of the 2025 Tour de France Femmes, securing the yellow jersey entering the final day by climbing clear atop the iconic Col de la Madeleine.

The 33‑year‑old, representing Visma‑Lease a Bike, attacked seven kilometres from the summit and crossed the finish line 1 minute 45 seconds ahead of Sarah Gigante, with Niamh Fisher‑Black another two minutes further behind.

Her win pushes her 2 minutes 37 seconds clear of Gigante in the general classification, putting her within touching distance of becoming the first Frenchwoman to win the race.

Former race leader Kim Le Court‑Pienaar crashed and lost ground, dropping off the GC podium hopes while Ferrand‑Prévot credits pivotal support from her teammates in the breakaway for the breakthrough.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}