'I looked back just before the finish and saw Puck, and thought 'Oh my god I still need to do a sprint!' – Vollering wins La Flèche Wallonne Féminine

Demi Vollering claimed her second victory at La Flèche Wallonne Féminine after a bold and early attack on the final climb up the Mur de Huy. Unlike the usual cautious tactics that define this race, Vollering surged ahead with around 400 metres remaining, holding off a determined chase from fellow Dutch rider Puck Pieterse. The finish was intensely dramatic, with Pieterse launching a late sprint that nearly caught Vollering by surprise in the closing metres. The race featured a strong field, including several former winners, with a lead group of 11 riders contesting the final climbs. Elise Chabbey made a notable move by cresting the Côte de Cherave first before Vollering took control on the Mur de Huy. Paula Blasi, fresh from her recent Amstel Gold victory, secured third place, underscoring the depth of competition among the Ardennes Classics contenders. Vollering reflected on the nail-biting finish, admitting she only realised Pieterse was closing in just before the line, prompting a frantic sprint to secure the win. The presence of experienced riders like seven-time champion Anna van der Breggen added to the race’s prestige and tactical complexity. With La Flèche Wallonne Féminine now concluded, attention turns to the upcoming Liège-Bastogne-Liège Femmes, where the performances of Vollering, Blasi, and their rivals will be closely watched.