The 2025 Tour de France started with an intense and chaotic first stage in Lille, where Belgian cyclist Jasper Philipsen sprinted to victory, securing the yellow jersey. The stage was marked by strong crosswinds that upset the general classification contenders, including a notable time loss for Remco Evenepoel, who admitted to team errors leading to his setback. Tadej Pogačar managed to finish safely amidst the tumult, while others like Primož Roglič and Evenepoel faced difficulties. Overall, the stage highlighted the challenges of early competition, setting an exciting tone for the days ahead.