A new era emerges: meet the rising talent that stole the show at the Tour de France Femmes

A familiar face may have won the race, but rising stars shone brightest. Here are the names you'll want to remember in the seasons ahead.

The breakout riders of the 2024 Tour de France Femmes
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At the 2024 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, the battle between Kasia Niewiadoma (Canyon-SRAM) and Demi Vollering (SD Worx-Protime) was only part of the story. While the yellow jersey was draped over the familiar shoulders of Niewiadoma, it was the emerging stars of women’s cycling who excited the fans during the seven days leading up to the finale. The eight-stage Tour delivered seven surprise winners, most of whom were little- or lesser-known names at the beginning. 

The standout performances of these rising talents signal a shift in the peloton. Whether it's the dawn of a new generation or simply a deepening field of talent, the future looks bright and competitive.

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