Pauline Ferrand-Prévot delivered a masterpiece on the cobbles of northern France, soloing to victory at Paris-Roubaix Femmes and claiming the first-ever French win in the history of the women’s race.

The 32-year-old Team Visma - Lease a Bike rider attacked with 25 kilometers to go and never looked back, dancing across the pavé with power and poise. She entered the Roubaix velodrome alone, arms high, after a dominant ride that adds another milestone to her glittering multi-discipline career.

Behind her, Letizia Borghesi (EF Education-Oatly) took a surprise but well-deserved second place after a gutsy ride through the closing sectors. European champion Lorena Wiebes (Team SD Worx – Protime) edged out Marianne Vos in a photo finish for third.

Lotte Kopecky, the defending champion, was active early but ultimately ran out of legs. She did what she could for teammate Wiebes before sitting up with three kilometers to go.

The 148.5-kilometer race delivered its usual mix of chaos and brilliance. Attacks flew. Crashes split the field. Wheels punctured. But Ferrand-Prévot rose above it all.

This wasn’t just a win. It was a statement. The world and Olympic mountain bike champion is officially back on the road—and now she’s conquered the Hell of the North.

🏁 Top 10 Results – Paris-Roubaix Femmes 2025

History made. The Queen of the Cobblestones reigns in Roubaix.