Zoe Backstedt Defends Baloise Ladies Tour Crown for Second Consecutive Year

Zoe Backstedt, a 22‑year‑old Welsh cyclist, clinched the overall win at the 2026 Baloise Ladies Tour by pulling ahead in the final stage. Her repeat triumph solidifies her status as the youngest athlete to claim the title twice.

The race spanned challenging mountain passes and long flat sections across rural Belgium.