Magdeleine Vallières-Mill's Historic Performance at the 2025 Tour de France Femmes

Magdeleine Vallières-Mill, the 23-year-old cyclist from Quebec, made history at the 2025 Tour de France Femmes by achieving the best result for a Canadian, finishing 18th overall. Her performance has been highlighted as significant not just for her personal achievement, but also for her contributions to her team, EF Education-Oatly.

During the race, the team's leader, Cédrine Kerbaol, aimed for a top 5 finish but fell during the final stage and ultimately finished 8th. Vallières-Mill emphasized her commitment to team success over individual accolades, stating, "We are really happy... we did a super good job and improved a lot," indicating that the experience gained was invaluable despite the challenges faced.

Notably, Vallières-Mill excelled in the demanding climbs, particularly on the Col de la Madeleine, a daunting ascent of 19.6 km. She expressed pride in being able to contest with top climbers, reflecting positively on her development as an athlete. "I was happy to be able to follow the best climbers... it’s certain that it’s positive for the future," she remarked.

Looking ahead, Vallières-Mill is poised to take a leading role in her upcoming participation in the Tour de Romandie from August 15-17, 2025. She conveyed enthusiasm about stepping into a leadership position, highlighting, "It would be special... a good test" for her evolving career. Her performance at the Tour de France Femmes has garnered significant attention and may signal a prosperous future in elite cycling.