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Paula Blasi seen as Tour de France Females favorite, team worries

Published August 1, 2026 · Updated August 1, 2026 · El País

Spanish rider Paula Blasi is the front‑row favorite to win the 2026 Tour de France Females, a grueling 9‑stage race from Lausanne to Nice. The race features 1,175 km, 18,795 m of climbing, a 21‑km time trial, and climbs like Mont Ventoux.

The 2026 Tour de France Females will run from Saturday 1 to Sunday 9 August, covering 1,175 km and 18,795 m of positive elevation. The route includes a 21‑km individual time trial, the Beaujolais hills, Mont Ventoux (1,910 m), a sprint finish in Nice, and a final stage with the col d’Éze. amunra.qpon

Paula Blasi, a Spanish rider who has spent just a year and a half in the WorldTour, is widely regarded as the main contender for the overall win. However, her team’s support has been questioned, raising doubts about whether she can secure the necessary backing to claim victory.

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