Demi Vollering

Dutch professional cyclist who won the 2023 Tour de France Femmes and is considered one of the world's leading stage race riders in women's cycling

Born in Pijnacker, Netherlands, on July 8, 1996, Vollering initially pursued running before transitioning to cycling in her late teens. She developed her racing skills through the Dutch junior and under-23 systems, quickly establishing herself as a promising talent with natural climbing ability and tactical intelligence that would later define her professional career. Vollering's professional breakthrough came after joining Team SD Worx (now Team SD Worx-Protime) in 2019, where she rapidly evolved from a supporting rider into one of cycling's most feared competitors. Her ascent accelerated through the early 2020s as she demonstrated remarkable versatility across all terrains, combining elite climbing skills with competent time trialling and a devastating finishing kick. This rare combination of abilities made her particularly dangerous in stage races, where she could gain time in mountains, limit losses against the clock, and win stages through tactical racing. The Dutch rider claimed her first Grand Tour victory at the 2022 Vuelta Femenina, showcasing the stage racing prowess that would become her trademark. She followed this with dominant performances at the Tour de France Femmes, establishing herself as the race's premier competitor through consistent high-level results and stage victories. Her climbing victories on iconic ascents demonstrated her ability to excel on cycling's biggest stages, while her tactical acumen allowed her to control races even when not the strongest rider on a given day. Vollering represents the current golden generation of Dutch women's cycling, embodying the complete modern cyclist capable of winning across all race formats. Her success has elevated the profile of women's cycling, particularly through her performances in the sport's most prestigious events. As one of the defining riders of the 2020s, she has set new standards for versatility in women's professional cycling, inspiring a generation of young cyclists while establishing herself as a central figure in the sport's continued growth and professionalization.

Vollering is renowned for her exceptional climbing abilities and endurance in mountainous terrain. She combines tactical intelligence with explosive power, making her particularly dangerous in stage races where she can gain time on mountain stages while remaining competitive in time trials.

Vollering represents the new generation of Dutch cycling excellence and has helped elevate the profile of women's professional cycling through her performances in high-profile races.

• Tour de France Femmes winner 2023
• Liège-Bastogne-Liège winner 2021, 2023
• UCI Women's WorldTour overall winner 2023