A superhero for a nation in waiting, and a 'Gigantic' performance

SAINT-FRANCOIS LONGCHAMP, FRANCE - AUGUST 02: Pauline Ferrand-Prevot of France and Team Visma | Lease a Bike celebrates at finish line as stage winner during the 4th Tour de France Femmes 2025, Stage 8 a 111.9km stage from Chambery to Saint-Francois Longchamp - Col de la Madeleine 1986m / #UCIWWT / on August 02, 2025 in Saint-Francois Longchamp, France. (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

Tactics, emotion, and pride collide in a gripping Stage 8 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.


Stage 8 of the Tour de France was packed with strategy, emotion, and powerful performances — all captured in the latest episode of the SBS Cycling Podcast with hosts Christophe Mallet and Dave McKenzie. The spotlight was on Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, who rode a tactically brilliant race. Her calculated patience and timing impressed both fans and commentators,

The episode also dives into the human side of the Tour, featuring an emotional reflection from Emily Watts, who pushed through a brutal climb, admitting she didn’t think she’d finish. There’s also a touching interview with Neve Bradbury’s parents, sharing their pride in seeing their daughter compete on cycling’s biggest stage.


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