Tour de France Femmes: Reusser Wins Stage 4 Time Trial, Takes 2026

Marlen Reusser, the reigning world time trial champion, delivered a stunning performance to win the Tour de France Femmes stage 4 time trial and claim the coveted yellow jersey, marking a pivotal moment in the 2025 race. The Swiss rider's victory in the 21km course from Gevrey-Chambertin to Dijon showcased her exceptional skill and determination, as she overtook Sigrid Haugset in the general classification.

Stage 4 Time Trial Results and GC Standings

Reusser finished the individual time trial in 27 minutes and 30 seconds, building a 14-second lead over former champion Demi Vollering in the overall standings. The stage was a test of endurance and technique, with riders battling against the clock on a flat but technical route.

Here are the top 10 finishers from the stage:

Reusser's Emotional Victory

Speaking after the stage, an elated Reusser said, "I'm super, super happy. This was kind of the idea that we had since a long time. It's the first Tour of France that I really saw as my goal of the year that I really targeted, and that I am here as a leader… we always said it's our project, Dijon." Her words reflect the strategic planning and teamwork that went into this victory, with Movistar executing a flawless plan.

Niewiadoma's Strong Comeback

Meanwhile, 2024 winner Kasia Niewiadoma rode a fine time trial, finishing sixth overall at 1:09 behind. She expressed satisfaction with her performance, noting, "I haven't seen the results yet. I felt that I found my flow. I definitely spent a huge amount of time working on my skills because as everyone knew, I was in the best at it." Her improvement is a testament to her dedication, as she added, "As you can see, if you believe in something and you put good amount of work, anything is possible."

Key Takeaways from Stage 4

• Reusser's time trial mastery secured her first Tour de France stage win and yellow jersey.
• Vollering remains a strong contender, just 14 seconds behind in second place.
• Niewiadoma's focus on time trial skills paid off, limiting losses to stay in contention.
• Haugset lost the yellow jersey after finishing over three minutes behind, dropping to fourth overall.

What's Next in the Tour de France Femmes?

The race now heads into the mountain stages, where climbers will have a chance to shake up the standings. Reusser will need to defend her lead against powerful rivals like Vollering and Niewiadoma, who are known for their climbing abilities. The upcoming stages promise thrilling action as the peloton tackles the Alps.

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Stay tuned for more updates as the Tour de France Femmes continues, with the battle for the yellow jersey heating up. Reusser's victory marks a career highlight, but the race is far from over.