Baloise Ladies Tour: Zoe Backstedt takes stunning solo victory on stage 3 metres ahead of chasing pack
Briefly

Zoe Bäckstedt secured a solo victory in Maldegem on stage 3 of the Baloise Ladies Tour, overcoming the peloton by only a few meters. She followed Margaux Vigié's move with 2.3 kilometers remaining, later dropping her rival and teaming up with Marie Schreiber for the last 2 kilometers. A lull in the peloton's chase allowed Bäckstedt and Schreiber to gain a brief advantage, enabling them to extend their lead before the final sprint on a shallow ascent.
Zoe Bäckstedt achieved a remarkable solo victory in Maldegem during the Baloise Ladies Tour, fending off the peloton by mere meters after a two-rider attack.
Following a strategic move from Margaux Vigié with only 2.3km to the finish, Bäckstedt dropped her competitor and teamed up with Marie Schreiber for a crucial final push.
As the chase momentarily lost momentum with just over 1km remaining, Bäckstedt and Schreiber seized the opportunity to extend their lead before the final sprint.
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