Harshita becomes first Indian to get a taste of women’s Tour de France event

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Cyclist Harshita Jakhar, 19, rode into history books by becoming the first Indian woman to be a part of the Tour de France Femmes here.

She led a pack of eight talented cyclists from Afghanistan, Algeria, Chile, Ethiopia (two riders), Namibia and Uganda during the ceremonial start of the Tour’s Stage 2 on Sunday. 

The team, handpicked by UCI (Union Cycliste de Internationale), cycled 4.5 kilometres on a neutralised section of the course. 

“Ever since I fell in love with cycling as a child, I have dreamt of the Tour de France. I am thankful to UCI for giving me this opportunity,” said Harshita.

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