Fernando Gaviria shines for Colombia in Tour de France stage 8

In the eighth stage of the 2026 Tour de France, run from Périgueux to Bergerac, Belgian sprinter Tim Merlier claimed his second victory of the race. Colombian rider Fernando Gaviria was the highest‑placed rider from Colombia, finishing as the best national sprinter and showing continued form after a steady recovery in earlier stages.

Gaviria’s performance is highlighted as a positive sign for Colombian cycling, while compatriot Egan Bernal remains the top Colombian in the overall classification, staying near the top‑ten group. Defending champion Tadej Pogačar retained the yellow jersey, keeping his lead ahead of the upcoming mountain stages.