2025 Santos Tour Down Under

Willunga Hill Shakes Up Tour Down Under 2025

Willunga Hill Shakes Up Tour Down Under 2025

Jhonatan Narváez wins Willunga Hill stage at the Tour Down Under 2025, seizes ochre jersey in dramatic style. Can he defend it in the Adelaide finale?

Jan 25, 2025 by AFP Report
Willunga Delivers Drama In Tour Down Under

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Jhonatan Narváez (UAE Team Emirates) delivered a thrilling performance on Saturday, conquering the iconic Willunga Hill to claim the queen stage victory and seize the ochre jersey at the 2025 Santos Tour Down Under. The Ecuadorian powered past his rivals in an electrifying uphill sprint, leaving fans in awe.

Fireworks On Willunga Hill

The queen stage lived up to its reputation, with intense action from the start. Magnus Sheffield (INEOS Grenadiers) and Michael Woods (Israel-Premier Tech) pushed the pace early on, showcasing incredible form. Sheffield’s aggressive attacks forced reactions, while Woods displayed his climbing prowess, finishing with the elite group.

Spain’s Roman Oliver was recognized as the Santos Ride of the Day for his consistent efforts throughout the race. “I tried to win the GC, but the other guys were stronger today,” Oliver said, reflecting on the challenging day.

Narváez's Decisive Move

Relentless wind and punishing heat tested the peloton, but the drama reached its peak on the final climb. With 500 meters remaining, Narváez launched his decisive attack, surging past his competitors to secure the stage win and take the overall lead.

As the Tour Down Under heads to its Adelaide finale, Narváez faces the ultimate challenge of defending the ochre jersey. Meanwhile, standout performances from Sheffield and Woods have solidified their status as riders to watch in the upcoming season.