Belgium Tour 2026 - Stage 1 - Stage profile

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.

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Stage 1

17.06.2026

Scherpenheuvel-Zichem > Scherpenheuvel-Zichem (197.6 km)

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