Pauline Ferrand-Prévot Withdraws from Women’s Tour de France Due to Illness

POLICY WIRE — Paris, France — French cyclist Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, the defending champion of the Women’s Tour de France, has withdrawn from the race ahead of Saturday’s 8th and...

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August 8, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Paris, France — French cyclist Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, the defending champion of the Women’s Tour de France, has withdrawn from the race ahead of Saturday’s 8th and penultimate stage. Ferrand-Prévot cited feeling unwell as the reason for her withdrawal.

Ferrand-Prévot, who’s also an Olympic champion in mountain biking, won the Women’s Tour de France on her debut last year. Her withdrawal comes as a surprise to fans and competitors alike, especially given her stellar performance in the previous year.

The Women’s Tour de France has seen intense competition this year, with several top cyclists vying for the title. Ferrand-Prévot’s absence will undoubtedly shift the dynamics of the race as it heads into its final stages.

Ferrand-Prévot is also expected to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics, where she will defend her Olympic title in mountain biking. Her current health condition — and its potential impact on her Olympic preparations remain uncertain.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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