Clásica Azuero 2026: Rajović and Solution Tech Lead the Favorites

A race in the heart of Panamanian cyclingOn Saturday, August 29, 2026, Panamanian cycling comes alive with the Clásica Azuero, a procontinental category race held on Panamanian soil. Although no official details on route and distance are available, the high-level start list promises excitement.The expected protagonistsThere are 79 riders entered, with several prominent teams. Solution Tech NIPPO Rali fields the strongest block, with Dušan Rajović, Attilio Viviani, Roberto Carlos González, and Ben Granger. Team Medellín - EPM responds with Wilmar Andres Paredes and veteran Óscar Sevilla. Also watch local teams like Senafront, with Bredio Ruiz, and national selections, including Belize with Derrick Chavarria.The form of the big namesThe numbers of this season say that Dušan Rajović is the man to beat: the Serbian comes from a 3rd place at the Gran Prix Chitre (August 27) and a 2nd place at the Gran Prix Panamá (August 23), results that confirm excellent condition. In recent weeks he also achieved a notable placing at the ΔΕΗ Tour of Hellas (2nd on May 6) and a 4th place at the Scheldeprijs (April 8).Teammate Attilio Viviani is improving: 6th at Gran Prix Chitre and 4th at Gran Prix Panamá. Roberto Carlos González boasts a 3rd place at the Central American and Caribbean Games (RR, August 2). Among the locals, Bredio Ruiz (Senafront) finished 7th at Gran Prix Chitre and 5th at Gran Prix Panamá, while Derrick Chavarria (Belize) was 5th at Gran Prix Chitre. Also not to be underestimated is Wilmar Andres Paredes, 3rd at the Tour do Rio (stage race, July 29) and 4th at the Desafio das Américas (May 10).The favorites for victoryIn light of recent results, the number one favorite is Dušan Rajović: his string of podiums in this Panamanian week makes him the man to mark. Behind him, Attilio Viviani can play his cards in a reduced sprint, while Bredio Ruiz represents the most concrete local threat. Also watch Wilmar Andres Paredes and Roberto Carlos González, capable of fitting into any tactical scenario.The Clásica Azuero takes place two days after the Gran Prix Chitre, a factor that could affect the freshness of riders who performed well in that race. — source: Tactical Preview Clásica AzueroWith 68 of 79 riders without documented history on the platform, the margin of uncertainty remains high: the race could spring surprises from lesser-known names. The appointment is for Saturday, August 29: Panamanian cycling is ready to write a new page.