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Categories: SPORTS

San Sebastián Classic 2026 – Evenepoel’s record win

Entities: Remco Evenepoel · Clásica San Sebastián · Richard Carapaz · Giulio Ciccone · San Sebastián

Overview

The 45th Clásica San Sebastián took place on 1 August 2026, covering 221 km with over 4,200 m of climbing. Around 50 km from the finish a piece of glass caused a puncture on the Jaizkibel descent; Evenepoel swapped bikes with teammate Giulio Pellizzari and re‑joined the lead group. On the final 2.1‑km Murgil Tontorra climb (≈10 % average gradient) he launched a decisive attack, with only Ecuadorian Richard Carapaz able to follow. Evenepoel outsprinted Carapaz to secure his fourth victory, becoming the sole record holder and surpassing Marino Lejarreda’s three wins. Ben Tulett finished third, 29 seconds back.

After the win Evenepoel said he would rest before turning his focus to the World Championships in Canada, where he expects a showdown with rival Tadej Pogacar. He highlighted his strong season, including a second‑place finish in the Tour de France and several stage wins, and confirmed he rides for the Red Bull‑BORA‑Hansgrohe team.

The triumph also made him the first rider to win the San Sebastián Classic four times, cementing his place in the race’s history. In post‑race comments he declared his ambition to become world champion again. The following day, Italian sprinter Jonathan Milan claimed the opening stage of the Tour of Poland, underscoring the good form of several riders ahead of the upcoming Grand Tours.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 27 SOURCES] The 45th edition of the Clásica San Sebastián took place on 1 August 2026. (belongs)
[● 26 SOURCES] The race distance is about 221 km with more than 4 150 m of elevation gain across seven categorized climbs. (multiple)
[● 25 SOURCES] Remco Evenepoel won the 2026 Clásica San Sebastián. (supporting_article_ids)
[● 24 SOURCES] Evenepoel suffered a puncture caused by a piece of glass near the Jaizkibel descent. (supporting_article_ids)
[● 23 SOURCES] Evenepoel changed bike with help from teammate Giulio Pellizzari. (supporting_article_ids)
[● 23 SOURCES] Only Richard Carapaz could follow Evenepoel’s attack on the final climb Murgil Tontorra. (supporting_article_ids)
[● 23 SOURCES] Ben Tulett finished third, 29 seconds behind the winner. (supporting_article_ids)
[● 18 SOURCES] The final climb, Murgil Tontorra, is 2.1 km long with an average gradient of about 10 % and ramps up to 18‑19 %. (supporting_article_ids)
[● 17 SOURCES] Richard Carapaz finished second, same time as Evenepoel. (multiple)
[● 16 SOURCES] The race will be broadcast live on Eurosport and streamed for free via RTBF Auvio, RTVE Play and EITB Direct. (multiple articles)

Timeline

4 days ago

[SPORTS] 8 sources
Remco Evenepoel wins San Sebastián Classic as Jonathan Milan claims Tour of Poland stage
Remco Evenepoel wins San Sebastián Classic, aiming for world title; Jonathan Milan takes stage 1 of the Tour of Poland and the leader’s jersey.
6 days ago

[SPORTS] 56 sources
Remco Evenepoel sets record with fourth Clásica San Sebastián win
Remco Evenepoel claimed a record fourth win at the 2026 Clásica San Sebastián after a puncture, bike change, and a final‑climb attack, beating Richard Carapaz and Ben Tulett.
9 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Clásica San Sebastián 2026 set for August 1 with challenging Basque climbs
The Clásica San Sebastián 2026 will be held on Aug 1 over 221 km with steep Basque climbs; past winner Remco Evenepoel seeks a fourth victory.

Sources

brujulabike.com · cachedata.sport.sk · ciclismoaldia.es · cicloweb.it · co.marca.com · colombia.com · cyclingmagazine.de · cyclingnews.com · cyclinguptodate.com · cyclingweekly.co.uk · diariandorra.ad · diariolosandes.com.ec · elcomercio.com · elmundodeporte.elmundo.es · equipecycliste-groupama-fdj.fr · esciclismo.com · europa.pravda.sk · extra.ec · fanpage.it · fr.news.yahoo.com · goride.pt · ilpallonegonfiato.it · indeleiderstrui.nl · laconexionusa.com · larazon.es · marca.com · marca.es · metroecuador.com.ec · mundobici.com.br · nieuwsfiets.nu · noticiasdemalaga.es · noticiasdeNavarra.com · ntv.de · oasport.it · pelotonpost.com · procyclinguk.com · qhubobucaramanga.com · redactie24.be · rfi.fr · siol.net · skidefond.custompublish.com · sport.fr · sport365.fr · sportface.it · sportklub.si · sportmagazine.it · sykling.no · tco.se

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