Lotte Kopecky (SD Worx-Protime) broke her streak of second-place finishes by winning the fourth stage of La Vuelta Femenina 2026. On a 115.6 km route between Monforte de Lemos and Antas de Ulla, the Belgian controlled the final sprint with support from her team. The time bonuses award her the leader's jersey in the general classification.
SD Worx's tactical control in the final kilometers 🚴♀️
The Dutch team applied a systematic blockade in the final stretch. With Mischa Bredewold and Blanka Vas as lead-out riders, they kept Kopecky protected from the crosswind on the climbs of O Saviñao. The average speed exceeded 42 km/h in the last 15 km, neutralizing any attack. The positioning strategy at the roundabouts of Antas de Ulla was key to avoiding ambushes from teams like FDJ-Suez.
Revenge is a dish best served in a sprint 🏆
After two second-place finishes, Kopecky must have thought the third one was the charm. But no, the Belgian decided the fourth stage was hers, like someone claiming their change at the supermarket. Her team acted as VIP escorts, leaving rivals with their mouths open and the leader's jersey on. Now she just needs someone to remind her that winning also means defending the lead.