Tour de France 2025: Philipsen opens the ball in Lille
A spectacular arrival in the heart of Lille
At the end of a beautiful day punctuated by a fast pace and beautiful sunshine, it was in a lively finale that the sprint was launched in the streets of Lille. Despite a few injuries in the peloton, Philipsen won with authority ahead of Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Wanty) and Norway's Søren Wærenskjold (Uno-X Mobility). A clear victory which rewards a fine team effort!
A huge popular success
Throughout the day, tens of thousands of spectators flocked to the course to experience this sporting highlight. Families, Tour de France fans, tourists and the simply curious all turned out in a warm and festive atmosphere. The passage of the publicity caravan delighted young and old, while the arrival of the riders aroused great fervor. Jubilant scenes accompanied the final sprint, proving once again Hauts-de-France's love affair with cycling!
Hauts-de-France in the spotlight
The start of the Tour from Lille was a source of great pride for the Region, with the Champ-de-Mars esplanade transformed into the starting village for the occasion, attracting thousands of fans from the very first hours. It was a popular, festive and resolutely sporting occasion, reflecting the Region's commitment to bringing major events to life on its territory.