Jumbo-Visma Wins Opening Team Time Trial, Vingegaard Takes Yellow Jersey at Tour de France 2026
Jumbo-Visma, led by Jonas Vingegaard, secured victory in the opening team time trial stage of the 2026 Tour de France held in Barcelona on July 4. This marked the first time since 1971 that the Tour began with a team time trial. Vingegaard was the last rider to start for his team and completed the 19.6-kilometer climb to Montjuïc in 21 minutes and 46 seconds, earning him the prestigious yellow jersey.
Ineos Grenadiers, led by Filippo Ganna, finished eight seconds behind Jumbo-Visma, taking second place in the stage. Tadej Pogačar and his UAE Team Emirates came in third, trailing the winners by 12 seconds. The strong performance by Jumbo-Visma set an impressive tone for the race's opening day.
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