Paredes Zapata Wins Stage Four of the 2026 Vuelta a Colombia

Wilmar Andres Paredes Zapata (Team Medellín - EPM) takes victory on stage four of the 2026 Vuelta a Colombia, covering the course in 04:11:21. The Colombian rider thus confirms his current run of form, while also strengthening his lead in the general classification.The raceThe stage was decided in a reduced sprint, with the group of favourites arriving together at the finish line. Paredes Zapata came out on top against his direct rivals, ahead of Felipe Bravo Pareja (GW Erco Sportfitnes), who finished in the same time, and Kevin David Castillo Miranda, third with an identical time.Stage result1. Wilmar Andres Paredes Zapata (Team Medellín - EPM) — 04:11:212. Felipe Bravo Pareja (GW Erco Sportfitnes) — s.t.3. Kevin David Castillo Miranda — s.t.4. Sebastian Alexander Castaño Muñoz (Team Sistecrédito) — s.t.5. Jose Canastuj Calel — s.t.Updated general classificationAfter stage four, Paredes Zapata leads the general classification with 16:23:29, followed by Bravo Pareja at 23 seconds and Castillo Miranda at 26 seconds.The race continues tomorrow with a new stage, with the general classification still wide open and the leader called upon to defend his margin.