The talented
Demi Vollering, winner of the Tour de France Femmes and the Amstel Gold Race, had the honor of being invited to a truly special event in the Netherlands: the Uitblinkerslunch, organized by the Royal Household. On this occasion, Demi shared a lunch with King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima, along with 25 other Dutch celebrities who were also honored for their remarkable achievements.
The SD Worx team rider, known for her impressive victory in the Women's Tour de France and her outstanding performance in the Amstel Gold Race, was one of the highlights of the event. Her moving speech after her Tour win left a strong impression on the cycling community and beyond.
Demi Vollering shared her unique experience on social media, joking about her choice of wardrobe for the occasion. "I'm wearing a different uniform," she wrote on Instagram with a laugh. "I received an invitation from the King and Queen to have lunch at the palace and I couldn't say no." Her humility and appreciation for the opportunity to share this special moment with royalty are evident in her words.
In addition to enjoying royal company, Vollering had the opportunity to share lunch with other inspiring personalities, including Jochem Myjer, Femke Kok and Tineke Schouten. On her social media, she expressed her gratitude towards everyone who attended the event, "Thank you to all the inspiring people who were there, it was great to meet you."
The Uitblinkerslunch, organized by the Royal House of the Netherlands, is held several times a year and aims to honor Dutch people who have achieved extraordinary feats in their respective fields. Demi Vollering, with his triumphs in elite cycling, has certainly earned a prominent place on this prestigious guest list.