Sigrid Haugset, a 27-year-old Norwegian WorldTour newcomer, defied the harsh conditions of the Jura region to secure her first career victory. After a solo escape that lasted for over 90 kilometers, she triumphed against Belgian Lotte Kopecky in one of the most demanding stages of the decade. grenadier.co.za
The stage featured over 2,500 meters of elevation gain and lasted more than four hours, testing riders with extreme heat and challenging terrain. Haugset's victory comes despite previous injuries, including breaking her hip during Paris-Roubaix in 2025, which she finished despite the pain.
