General"Without the Tour, I Might Never Have Become a Cyclist": How Women's Cycling Has Attracted Athletes from All Backgrounds
Driven by the momentum of the Tour de France, women's cycling is actively attracting athletes from a wide variety of backgrounds into its ranks. This trend is demonstrated by several competitors who have entered the sport from different athletic disciplines. Notable examples include Émilie Morier, who comes from triathlon, and Valentina Cavallar, who has a background in rowing. The sport has also drawn speed skater Sandrine Tas alongside Paula Blasi, illustrating how women's cycling continues to recruit talent from diverse sporting horizons.
