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Matthew Brennan takes second sprint victory in Vuelta a España stage five

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 3:53 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Matthew Brennan takes second sprint victory in Vuelta a España stage five

Summary

Matthew Brennan of Visma-Lease a Bike secured his second sprint victory at the Vuelta a España during stage five, held in Roquetes. The British Grand Tour debutant showcased his speed at the finish of the 173.4km race from Falset, assisted by teammates Wout van Aert and Christophe Laporte. This win marks Brennan's second consecutive stage victory in the final Grand Tour of the season, underscoring his emerging talent in the sprint category. The race continues as competitors look forward to upcoming stages.

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By the Numbers

•Brennan won stage five of the Vuelta a España in Roquetes.
•This marks his second sprint win at the event.
•The stage covered a distance of 173.4km from Falset.
•Wout van Aert and Christophe Laporte aided in the leadout for Brennan.
•The Vuelta a España continues with more stages to come.

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What they're saying

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Visma-Lease a Bike dominate final stages to set up Briton Mads Pedersen dropped on category-three climb The British rider and Grand Tour debutant Matthew Brennan of Visma-Lease a Bike sprinted to a second stage victory of the Vuelta a España in Roquetes. Wout van Aert and Christophe Laporte expertly led out their 21-year-old teammate at the end of stage five, and the youngster again demonstrated his devastating speed with a confident victory to conclude the 173.4km route from Falset. Brennan is two victories from two on the sprint opportunities at the final Grand Tour of the season. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Luke McLaughlin

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