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What is the Tour de France Femmes?
The Tour de France Femmes is an annual multi-stage bicycle race for women, mirroring the famous men's Tour de France. It's a gruelling test of endurance and strategy over several days, with each stage presenting different challenges. Demi Vollering's win in stage eight is a crucial step towards overall victory in this prestigious event.
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