Remco Evenepoel roared back into contention at the Tour de France, claiming third place in stage 10 on July 14, 2026. The Belgian phenom delivered a masterclass in resilience, silencing doubters after a mid-race slump.
What happened in stage 10?
Evenepoel attacked with 30km remaining, leaving rivals Jonas Vingegaard and Tadej Pogačar scrambling. His aggressive tempo split the peloton, and he held off chasers to finish 12 seconds behind stage winner Wout van Aert. The result moves him to fifth overall, just 1:45 behind race leader Pogačar.
Why this matters for Remco Evenepoel
This podium finish marks Evenepoel’s first top-three stage result since his 2022 Tour de France debut. After struggling in the mountains earlier this week, his performance proves his adaptability. 'I knew I had to dig deep today,' Evenepoel said post-race. 'This is a big step forward.'
What comes next?
The Tour now heads into the Pyrenees, where Evenepoel will face another test. With two rest days ahead, his team will fine-tune strategy. If he maintains this form, a top-five overall finish is within reach.