Belgium Tour 2026 - Stage 1 - News

Scherpenheuvel-Zichem > Scherpenheuvel-Zichem, 197.6km

17.06-21.06

Biniam Girmay won the opening stage of the 2026 Baloise Belgium Tour in a bunch sprint. Rune Herregodts launched a late attack but was caught with just 200 metres remaining. Girmay then edged Tim Merlier by half a wheel to secure the victory.

Race profile

Race
Belgium Tour
Start date
17.06.2026
End date
21.06.2026
Total distance
197.6 km
Gen
Men
Cat
2.Pro
Country
Belgium
Discipline
Road
First edition
1908

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