Karl Herzog Triumphs in Stage Three of the Aubel-Thimister-Stavelot
by Radiociclismo AI
Karl Herzog claimed victory in stage three of the 2026 Aubel-Thimister-Stavelot, covering the course in 02:48:33. The German rider edged out Seff Van Kerckhove and Soen Le Pann at the finish, both classified with the same time as the winner.
Karl Herzog claimed victory in stage three of the 2026 Aubel-Thimister-Stavelot, covering the course in 02:48:33. The German rider edged out Seff Van Kerckhove and Soen Le Pann at the finish, both classified with the same time as the winner.The RaceStage number three of the Belgian race saw a tight bunch sprint finish, with the top five classified riders separated by just a few seconds. Herzog found the right kick in the finale, getting the better of the group of favorites and recording his first personal victory of this edition.Stage Result1. Karl Herzog (GER) — 02:48:332. Seff Van Kerckhove (BEL) — s.t.3. Soen Le Pann (FRA) — s.t.4. Vic De Smet (BEL) — s.t.5. Aitor Martinez Groset (ESP) — s.t.General ClassificationWith stage three in the books, the race now enters its decisive phase: two stages remain before the end of the competition, with the general classification shaping up to be hotly contested in light of the minimal time gaps recorded today.The race continues tomorrow with a new stage, the final act before the conclusion of the 2026 Aubel-Thimister-Stavelot.
