2026 Vuelta a España starts August 22, streams on Peacock
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 4:33 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The 81st Vuelta a España begins on August 22 and runs through September 13, 2026, covering 21 stages over 3,275 kilometers. The race kicks off in Monaco, concluding in Granada, marking the first time the event will not finish in Madrid since 2021. Defending champion Jonas Vingegaard is not participating due to injury, while five-time Tour de France winner Tadej Pogačar will aim for his inaugural Vuelta title. Fans can watch all stages live on Peacock, with select stage coverage on NBCSN.
- •Vuelta a España runs from August 22 to September 13, 2026.
- •Race features 21 stages and a total distance of 3,275 kilometers.
- •Tadej Pogačar returns after competing last in 2019.
- •Streaming available on Peacock, with some coverage on NBCSN.
- •Event starts in Monaco and finishes in Granada.
- 4:33 PMYahoo Sports — How to watch the 2026 Vuelta a España in the U.S.
"The annual Vuelta a España cycling race runs from August 22 to Sept. 13. Here's how to watch live.
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