'Expensive mistake' costs Lotte Kopecky shot at Paris-Roubaix Femmes podium
SD Worx-Protime rider came home over a minute behind lead trio
www.cyclingnews.comThe latest notable news around the 2024 Paris–Roubaix Femmes is that the race was won by Lotte Kopecky in a sprint finish, with Elisa Balsamo second and Pfeiffer Georgi third. The race took place on 6 April 2024, and Kopecky said the win was one of her season goals.[10]
What happened
Kopecky won the 2024 edition in warm conditions after a fast, tactical race. She also kept her lead in the UCI Women’s World Tour standings after the victory.[10]
Key result
- 1st: Lotte Kopecky.
- 2nd: Elisa Balsamo.
- 3rd: Pfeiffer Georgi.
- 4th: Marianne Vos.[10]
Why it mattered
The result was especially important because Kopecky’s team described it as a strong response after losing at the Tour of Flanders the week before. Cycling coverage at the time also highlighted Vos missing out again, which added to the drama of the finish.[10]
Related context
Recent coverage ahead of the 2026 race has continued to reference 2024, especially Pfeiffer Georgi’s third-place finish as a benchmark for her Paris–Roubaix form.[5]