United Kingdom 05 Jun – 08 Jun 2025 Class 2.WWT – Stages – UCI Women’s WorldTour

Website https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/tourofbritain/ and https://www.instagram.com/thetourofbritain/

The Tour of Britain Women, while a relatively new event in its current form, has roots in the growth of women’s cycling in the UK and has quickly established itself as a major race on the international calendar.

Here’s a breakdown of its history:

Origins and Early Success (as “The Women’s Tour”):

First Edition: The race officially launched in 2014 under the name “The Women’s Tour.” It was organized by SweetSpot, the same company that organized the men’s Tour of Britain.
Inaugural Winner: The first edition was won by Dutch cycling legend Marianne Vos.
UCI WorldTour Status: From its early days, the race aimed for high-level competition. It became part of the UCI Women’s WorldTour (the top tier of women’s professional cycling) in 2016.
Consistent Presence: “The Women’s Tour” quickly became a staple of the women’s professional calendar, attracting top teams and riders from around the globe. It was typically a five or six-stage race held in June.
Notable Winners: Over the years, it saw victories from some of the sport’s biggest names, including Lizzie Deignan (who won twice), Lisa Brennauer, Kasia Niewiadoma, Coryn Labecki, Demi Vollering, and Elisa Longo Borghini.

Challenges and Transition (2020-2023):

COVID-19 Impact: Like many sporting events, the race was cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2021 edition was postponed to October.
Financial Difficulties: In 2023, “The Women’s Tour” was unfortunately cancelled due to financial difficulties and a lack of sponsorship. SweetSpot, the long-time organizers, eventually entered liquidation in January 2024, leaving the future of the race uncertain.

Rebirth as “Tour of Britain Women” (2024 onwards):

British Cycling’s Takeover: In a crucial development, British Cycling stepped in to rescue the event. They took over the organization of the race, rebranding it as the “Tour of Britain Women” for its 2024 edition.
Reduced Format (initially): Due to the short timeframe and financial constraints, the 2024 edition was reduced to a four-day race.
Continued WorldTour Status: Despite the changes, the race maintained its UCI Women’s WorldTour status, ensuring it continued to attract elite competition.
2024 Winner: The first winner of the newly named Tour of Britain Women in 2024 was Lotte Kopecky (Belgium, SD Worx-Protime).
Future Outlook: British Cycling is committed to the race’s future, with the 2025 edition confirmed to also be a four-day event, including stages in both England and Scotland. The BBC has also committed to broadcasting the event, further solidifying its presence.

The history of the Tour of Britain Women reflects both the growth of women’s cycling and the challenges faced by event organizers. Its recent revival under British Cycling signifies a strong commitment to keeping a top-tier women’s stage race in the UK.

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Biographie

Liv Wenzel – Hess Cycling Team, Luxembourg, 21 years

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Nina Berton – EF Education-Oatly, Luxembourg, 23 years

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