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Enric Mas takes lead in Vuelta after Pogacar crashes out

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:09 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Enric Mas takes lead in Vuelta after Pogacar crashes out

Summary

Enric Mas has emerged as the new overall leader of the Vuelta a España 2026 following Tadej Pogacar's crash in Stage 8. Pogacar, initially favored to win, sustained major injuries in a crash with 32 kilometers remaining, ending his bid for victory. Mas, now leading by one minute over Primoz Roglic, will wear the red jersey in Stage 9. The competition intensifies as several riders, including Felix Gall and Sepp Kuss, remain within four minutes of the lead. A significant crash also affected other competitors during the stage, which was won by Bryan Coquard.

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By the Numbers

•Tadej Pogacar crashes out of Vuelta in Stage 8.
•Enric Mas is now the overall leader of the race.
•Primoz Roglic trails Mas by one minute.
•Seven riders are still within four minutes of Mas.
•Bryan Coquard wins Stage 8 in a tight finish.

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6:09 PMYahoo Sports — 8 Riders To Watch Now That Tadej Pogacar Has Abandoned The Vuelta a España 2026

What they're saying

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With favorite Tadej Pogacar now out of the Vuelta a España 2026 after a major crash in Stage 8, there's a handful of riders ready to battle for the title.
— Yahoo Sports

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