Jakob Omrzel Triumphs in Stage 12 of the Vuelta a España

Jakob Omrzel (Bahrain Victorious) claimed victory in stage 12 of the Vuelta Ciclista a España 2026, prevailing with a time of 4:29:53. The Bahrain Victorious rider crossed the finish line ahead of Urko Berrade Fernandez (Equipo Kern Pharma), who finished second at 1'56".The RaceStage 12 saw Omrzel build his advantage over the course of the stage, reaching the finish with a clear margin over his main chasers. Behind him, the battle for the top positions was decided with significant gaps: Santiago Buitrago Sanchez (Bahrain Victorious) finished third at 2'13", while Alexey Lutsenko (NSN Cycling Team) completed the top five at 2'49".Stage Result1. Jakob Omrzel (Bahrain Victorious) — 4:29:532. Urko Berrade Fernandez (Equipo Kern Pharma) — +1:563. Santiago Buitrago Sanchez (Bahrain Victorious) — +2:134. Alexey Lutsenko (NSN Cycling Team) — +2:495. Mauri Vansevenant (Soudal Quick-Step) — +2:53Updated General ClassificationThere was no change at the top of the general classification at the end of the twelfth stage. Enric Mas Nicolau (Movistar Team) retains the leader's jersey with an overall time of 40:31:51, confirming the first position he already held at the end of the previous stage. Behind him, Primož Roglič (Red Bull - Bora - Hansgrohe) remains second at 1'45", while Felix Gall (Decathlon Cma Cgm Team) occupies third place at 2'06".ClosingWith today's victory, Omrzel secures his first win in this Vuelta, while the race continues tomorrow with a new stage, with Mas Nicolau called upon to defend his lead in the general classification.