Arctic Race of Norway, Christophersen Takes Victory on Fourth Stage in Narvik

Cedrik Bakke Christophersen (Unibet Rose Rockets) took victory on the fourth stage of the 2026 Arctic Race of Norway, which finished with an uphill arrival in Narvik. The Norwegian closed out the 4:03:06 of racing with an attack 700 meters from the line, anticipating the favorites and holding off the group's late comeback attempt.Behind him, 3 seconds back, Ludovico Crescioli (Team Polti VisitMalta) won the sprint for second place among the group of favorites. Guillermo Thomas Silva (XDS Astana Team) completed the day's podium, also 3 seconds behind the winner.Stage 4 Results1. Cedrik Bakke Christophersen (Unibet Rose Rockets) — 4:03:062. Ludovico Crescioli (Team Polti VisitMalta) — +0:033. Guillermo Thomas Silva (XDS Astana Team) — +0:034. Lennert Van Eetvelt (Lotto Intermarché) — +0:035. Alessandro Pinarello (NSN Cycling Team) — +0:03General ClassificationWith his third place on the day, Guillermo Thomas Silva retains the lead in the general classification and secures overall victory in the race. Behind the Uruguayan, Lennert Van Eetvelt (Lotto Intermarché) sits second at 14 seconds, while Alessandro Pinarello (NSN Cycling Team) is third at 25 seconds. For the Italian, fifth on the final stage, this marks his second final podium in a stage race after his third place at the 2026 O Gran Camiño.The race continues tomorrow with a new stage.