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This weekend, Châtellerault vibrated to the rhythm of the Gravel Fever Festival, host of the very first FFC French Gravel Championships. On demanding courses designed in collaboration with Sylvain Chavanel, mixing roads, white gravel paths, and singles, this historic edition brought together young talents and experienced riders, including former World Tour professionals.
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A memorable inaugural spectacle
On Saturday, the U17 and U19 categories kicked off the festivities with 50 and 80 km races. On Sunday, the Masters and Elite events captivated the public with dense pelotons and longer courses, up to 154 km for the men’s flagship event.
2025 French Gravel Championships Results
Elite Men (154 km)
After 4h06’12, Hugo Drechou won and became the first Elite French Gravel Champion. He narrowly beat Romain Bardet, a former World Tour climber who successfully transitioned to gravel. Victor Papon (+54’’) completed the podium, resisting the comeback of Quentin Pacher (4th).
1.Hugo Drechou: 4h06’12
2.Romain Bardet: +5’’
3.Victor Papon: +54’’
Elite Women (120 km)
Axelle Dubau-Prévot dominated the women’s event, claiming the first Elite women’s title with panache in 3h51’11. A notable fact: her partner Hugo Drechou, also crowned in the men’s category, allowed the couple to make history. Célia Le Mouel (+5’45’’) and Constance Valentin (+6’19’’) completed the podium.
1.Axelle Dubau-Prévot: 3h51’11
2.Célia Le Mouel: +5’45’’
3.Constance Valentin: +6’19’’
U17 Men (50 km)
Louis Ledoux made history as the first U17 French Gravel Champion, winning in 1h45’52 ahead of Owen Delaunay (+33’’) and Simon Billet (+34’’).
1.Louis Ledoux: 1h45’52
2.Owen Delaunay: +33’’
3.Simon Billet: +34’’
U19 Women (80 km)
In a thrilling finish, Anaïs Rouanet resisted Mathilde Tritz (+1’40) in the last 200 meters to claim the title. Rose Guihard (+19’33’’) took third place.
1.Anaïs Rouanet: 2h48’15
2.Mathilde Tritz: +1’40
3.Rose Guihard: +19’33’’
U19 Men (80 km)
Arthur Alexandre demonstrated his power to win the U19 title in a sprint, ahead of Mattei Cacaulit (+0’10) and Eli Cron (+3’80).
1.Arthur Alexandre: 2h22’36
2.Mattei Cacaulit: +0’10
3.Eli Cron: +3’80
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