Spain 04 May – 10 May 2025 Class 2.WWT – Stages – UCI Women’s WorldTour

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The history of the Vuelta España Femenina has seen significant evolution since its inception. Here’s a breakdown:

Early Years as a One-Day Race (2015-2017):

The first edition was in 2015 and was known as the Madrid Challenge by La Vuelta.
It began as a one-day criterium held in Madrid, coinciding with the final days of the men’s Vuelta a España.
The first winner was Shelley Olds from the United States.
In 2016 and 2017, the race continued in the same format, with Jolien D’Hoore of Belgium winning both editions.
Notably, the prize money for this one-day race matched that of a stage in the men’s Vuelta, which was unusual for women’s cycling at the time.

Evolution into a Stage Race (2018-Present):

In 2018, the race format changed to a multi-stage race. The first edition as a stage race consisted of two stages.
Ellen van Dijk of the Netherlands won the first edition as a stage race.
The race gradually expanded in length and ambition.
In 2023, the race underwent a full rebranding and became La Vuelta Femenina by Carrefour.es. It also secured its own dedicated slot in the spring calendar, separate from the men’s race.
The 2024 edition saw a longer and more challenging course, won by Demi Vollering of the Netherlands.

Key Points and Milestones:

The race has been part of the UCI Women’s World Tour since its inception as a stage race.
Annemiek van Vleuten holds the record for the most overall wins with three consecutive victories (2021, 2022, 2023).
The Netherlands has the most overall victories by nation.
The race has grown in prestige and is now considered one of the most important events on the women’s cycling calendar, with some considering it a “Grand Tour” although it doesn’t officially meet the UCI’s definition.
Organizers have expressed intentions to include iconic climbs like the Angliru in future editions, indicating a continued ambition to make the race more challenging.
The 2025 edition is currently underway (May 4-10) and starts in Barcelona, featuring a team time trial.

In summary, the Vuelta España Femenina has evolved from a single-day event into a significant multi-stage race on the UCI Women’s World Tour, attracting top international talent and growing in stature within the sport.

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