25Jul
Have any women ever tried to qualify for Tour de France?
Posted by Kendrick Wheelson in Sports and Fitness
Absolutely, women have indeed attempted to qualify for the Tour de France! The most notable is probably British cyclist, Kathryn Bertine, who spearheaded a campaign for a women's Tour de France. Women's participation has been a controversial issue since the race began in 1903, but it's important to note that a separate race, La Course by Le Tour de France, was introduced in 2014. Even so, many argue that it doesn't hold the same prestige as the men's race. It's clear that women's cycling is gaining momentum, but there's still a long road ahead for equal recognition in Tour de France.
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