Demi Vollering wins the Giro d’Italia Donne for the first time after a dramatic turn in the final stage

Saluzzo – 07.06.2026: Demi Vollering won the Giro d’Italia Donne on June 7, 2026, securing her first overall victory in this prestigious race. The 29-year-old Dutch rider defeated fellow countrywoman Anna van der Breggen, who had led the general classification until then, in the ninth and final stage.

Vollering, who rides for Team FDJ United–Suez, started the last stage 49 seconds behind leader Van der Breggen. Despite this deficit, Vollering delivered an impressive performance and managed to close the gap. In a thrilling finale, she beat Van der Breggen and secured the overall win.

The ninth stage covered 145 kilometers around Saluzzo and included three tough climbs, including the Montoso. This route posed significant challenges for the riders, especially due to difficult weather conditions. Despite these adverse circumstances, Vollering showed her strength and determination by winning the stage and thereby securing the overall victory.

Anna van der Breggen, who rides for Team SD Worx–Protime, also put in a strong performance and kept her place on the podium. Despite losing the time advantage in the final stage, she managed to secure second place in the general classification. Her consistent performances throughout the race contributed significantly to her success.

The 2026 Giro d’Italia Donne featured many exciting moments. Vollering had earlier achieved her first stage victory in the fifth stage, when she beat Van der Breggen and Antonia Niedermaier in a spectacular sprint. This win laid the foundation for her eventual overall victory.

This year’s edition was characterized by challenging course profiles and changing weather conditions. The riders had to demonstrate not only their physical capabilities but also their tactical insight and adaptability to the continuously changing conditions.

With her victory in the 2026 Giro d’Italia Donne, Demi Vollering has reached a new milestone in her career. She has proven herself to be one of the best riders of her generation and will undoubtedly play an important role in future races as well.

The Giro d’Italia Donne remains one of the most prestigious races in women’s cycling and attracts the best riders in the world every year. This year’s edition once again demonstrated how exciting and unpredictable cycling can be.