Javier Ernesto Jamaica Mejia Wins Stage 2 of the Volta Ciclística de Santa Catarina

Javier Ernesto Jamaica Mejia (NU Colombia) claimed victory in stage 2 of the 2026 Volta Ciclística de Santa Catarina, covering the course in 03:09:56. The Colombian rider beat his teammate Rodrigo Contreras Pinzon on the finish line, who came in second 14 seconds behind.The RaceThe stage saw a select group of riders impose themselves at the top of the standings, with tight gaps among the leading finishers. Behind the winner, the battle for the top positions remained closely contested all the way to the line.Stage Result1. Javier Ernesto Jamaica Mejia (NU Colombia) — 03:09:562. Rodrigo Contreras Pinzon (NU Colombia) — +0:143. Diego Andres Camargo Pineda (Team Medellin - EPM) — +0:154. Cristhian Montoya Giraldo (—) — +0:155. Daniel Alejandro Mendez Noreña (Team Medellin - EPM) — +0:15General ClassificationWith his success in stage 2, Jamaica Mejia consolidates his position at the top of the general classification, buoyed by the margin he has built over his direct chasers. Contreras Pinzon and Camargo Pineda remain the main contenders in the chasing positions.ClosingThe race continues tomorrow with a new stage, the final leg of the program, which will decide the overall winner of the 2026 Volta Ciclística de Santa Catarina.