Sat. Jun 7th, 2025
Le Court Wins Opening Stage of Tour of Britain

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Mauritian cyclist Kim Le Court secured victory in a thrilling sprint finish against Kristen Faulkner, claiming the first stage of the 2025 Women’s Tour of Britain. The pair showcased impressive teamwork along the Redcar coastline, maintaining a lead of up to 30 seconds over the chasing pack.

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Le Court outsprints Faulkner to take first stage of Tour of Britain. Video, 00:03:17

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