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Harshita Jakhar: First Indian Woman at Tour de France
3 Aug
Summary
- Harshita Jakhar is the first Indian woman to participate in the Tour de France Femmes.
- She rode in the ceremonial start of Stage 2 alongside international cyclists.
- Her participation is part of the UCI World Cycling Talent program.
Nineteen-year-old Harshita Jakhar has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian woman to be part of the Tour de France Femmes. She participated in the ceremonial start of Stage 2 on Sunday, riding alongside seven other young cyclists from diverse nations.
Selected for the UCI World Cycling Talent program, Jakhar completed a 4.5-km neutralised section before the professional stage commenced. UCI President David Lappartient lauded her inclusion, expressing confidence in her future in the sport.
Jakhar, who hails from Rajasthan, described the experience as a dream come true, inspired by her father and her childhood passion for cycling. She is training at the SAI National Centre of Excellence in Patiala and aims for a top-10 finish at the 2026 Asian Games and a medal in 2030.
