Australian cyclist Sarah Gigante finished sixth in the Tour de France Femmes, starting the final stage in second place.

In the penultimate stage, Gigante showcased her climbing prowess by finishing second on the Col de la Madeleine.

Pauline Ferrand-Prevot dominated the final stage, winning with a decisive solo breakaway and solidifying her overall victory.

Gigante expressed pride in her team's support, emphasizing their belief in her despite facing criticism for her descending skills.

Reflecting on the final stage, Gigante described it as 'two hours of pain, heartbreak and hope,' acknowledging her struggles during the climb and descent.

While finishing second in the queen stage, Gigante recognized Ferrand-Prevot as the stronger competitor and admired her skills.

Squiban's victory in stage six marked a historic French one-two finish alongside compatriot Juliette Labous.

Kimberly Le Court, who supported Gigante during the race, retained her overall lead in the general classification.

Other Australian participants included Neve Bradbury, Lauretta Hanson, Ruby Roseman-Gannon, and Emily Watts, who finished in various positions.

Ferrand-Prevot's victory in the Tour marks another milestone in her career, complementing her Olympic gold in mountain biking.

Despite her strong performance, Gigante struggled on the descent of Joux-Plane, ultimately finishing the stage in seventh place.

Gigante finished the stage 1 minute and 13 seconds behind Maeva Squiban, who won stage six, and is now 1.3 minutes behind the yellow jersey wearer.