Jonas Vingegaard leads after stage 1 of Tour de France in Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 5:55 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The Tour de France kicked off in Barcelona on July 6, featuring a new team time trial format. Jonas Vingegaard and his team, Jumbo-Visma, finished first in stage 1, with Vingegaard individually clocking a time 12 seconds faster than Tadej Pogacar, who placed third. The inaugural stage showcased a fast-paced competition as both favorites displayed their racing skills early on. The race has now set the stage for the rest of the three-week event.
- •Tour de France started in Barcelona for the first time ever.
- •Stage 1 featured a new team time trial model.
- •Jonas Vingegaard finished first, with Tadej Pogacar in third.
- •The race is expected to continue for three weeks.
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