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Vuelta a España 2026: Mas maintains lead after Landa stage 2

Overview

The Vuelta a España has undergone a significant shift following the withdrawal of Tadej Pogačar. A high-speed crash during stage eight left Pogačar with a concussion, a displaced left clavicle fracture, and a stable C7 cervical vertebra fracture. Following successful surgery at the Hospital Universitari Dexeus in Barcelona, Pogačar has begun home-based rehabilitation. UAE Team Emirates has stated that his recovery is the “absolute priority,” leaving his participation in the UCI Road World Championships uncertain.

With Pogačar out, Enric Mas of the Movistar Team has taken control of the general classification. Following the Stage 18 individual time trial, Swiss cyclist Stefan Küng won the course, while Mas successfully defended his lead against second-place Primož Roglič. In Stage 19, Eddie Dunbar secured a victory via a successful breakaway at Peñas Blancas, overtaking Santiago Buitrago in the final 300 meters.

Despite an attack from Roglič on the final climb of Stage 19, Mas maintained his overall lead, holding a 1 minute and 37 second advantage over the Slovenian.

In Stage 20, a grueling 187-kilometer mountain trek from La Calahorra to Collado del Alguacil, Mikel Landa of Soudal Quick-Step secured victory, marking his second Vuelta stage win and ending a five-year drought. Tobias Halland Johannessen finished second, followed by Ramses Debruyne in third.

Despite the intense climbing, Enric Mas maintained his overall leadership in the general classification. While Primož Roglič lost time to the leader during this decisive mountain day, Felix Gall remains in contention as the race moves into its final stage.

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Tadej Pogacar · Primož Roglič · Vuelta a España · La Vuelta a España · UAE Team Emirates

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Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 110 sources
    Eddie Dunbar wins Stage 19 of Vuelta a España as Enric Mas holds lead

    Eddie Dunbar won Stage 19 of the Vuelta a España at Peñas Blancas, while leader Enric Mas successfully defended his red jersey against attacks from Primoz Roglic.

  2. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Tadej Pogačar's World Championship status uncertain after Vuelta crash

    Tadej Pogačar faces uncertainty regarding the World Championships in Montréal following a heavy crash at the Vuelta a España involving a broken collarbone and concussion.

  3. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Tadej Pogačar discharged from hospital after successful clavicle surgery

    Tadej Pogačar has left the hospital in Barcelona to begin home rehabilitation following successful surgery on a fractured clavicle sustained during a crash at the Vuelta a España.

  4. 22 days ago

    [SPORTS] 65 sources
    Enric Mas wins stage nine of La Vuelta a España

    Enric Mas won stage nine of the Vuelta a España at Alto de Aitana, extending his overall lead to 1:18. The race leader follows the withdrawal of Tadej Pogačar due to a serious crash and subsequent surgery.

  5. 22 days ago

    [SPORTS] 68 sources
    Tadej Pogačar undergoes successful clavicle surgery after Vuelta crash

    Tadej Pogačar has successfully undergone surgery in Barcelona for a fractured clavicle following a crash during stage eight of La Vuelta. He has withdrawn from the race and faces an uncertain recovery timeline.

  6. 27 days ago

    [SPORTS] 178 sources
    Tadej Pogačar wins Stage 6 of La Vuelta a España

    Tadej Pogačar won Stage 6 of the 2026 Vuelta a España in Castelló, beating Enric Mas after a challenging climb on the unpaved sections of Puerto El Bartolo to extend his overall lead.

  7. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 191 sources
    Matthew Brennan wins Vuelta stage 2; Pogačar retains red jersey

    Matthew Brennan won stage 2 of the Vuelta a España in Manosque, while Tadej Pogačar retained the red jersey after finishing third in the sprint.

  8. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 43 sources
    La Vuelta a España 2026 route starts in Monaco and ends in Granada

    The 2026 La Vuelta a España begins August 22 in Monaco and ends in Granada. Tadej Pogacar and Primož Roglič are the top favorites for the 3,275-kilometer race across four countries.

  9. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Primož Roglič faces Vuelta uncertainty and contract talks

    Primož Roglič's participation in the Vuelta a España is uncertain following a car collision in July. Additionally, the Slovenian cyclist is reportedly in talks with Lotto–Intermarché regarding his future.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 11 sources
    Professional cycling: Roglič transfer talks and Vuelta uncertainty

    Professional cycling sees major developments as Primož Roglič faces uncertainty for the Vuelta a España amid transfer talks with Lotto-Intermarché, while Tadej Pogačar and Remco Evenepoel prepare for key goals.

  11. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 23 sources
    Primož Roglič to miss San Sebastián and Burgos after training‑car accident, still targeting Vuelta

    Primož Roglič was hit by a car during training, will miss the Clásica San Sebastián and Vuelta a Burgos, but still aims for the Vuelta a España starting 22 Aug 2026 in Monaco.

  12. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Primoz Roglic near move to Bahrain Victorious for 2027 season

    Primoz Roglič, four‑time Vuelta champion, is being pursued by Bahrain Victorious for a 2027 contract as he seeks a Tour de France leadership role; talks are ongoing with no deal yet.

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