Brandon Rojas takes Vuelta a Venezuela lead after time trial win

Colombian cyclist Brandon Rojas, representing GW Erco Sportfitness, has taken the overall lead in the Vuelta a Venezuela 2026. Rojas secured the top position following a dominant performance in the seventh stage, an individual time trial held in Valencia.

Rojas completed the course in 23 minutes and 17 seconds, maintaining an average speed of approximately 55 km/h. His performance allowed him to overtake the previous leader, fellow Colombian José Misael Urián of Team Sistecrédito, by a margin of 52 seconds in the general classification.

The stage podium included Héctor Quintana in second place and João Pedro Rossi in third. With only one stage remaining in the competition, Rojas holds a significant advantage as he seeks to secure the overall title.