Sauerland Rundfahrt 2026: Paul Fietzke takes overall victory in Red Bull – BORA – Hansgrohe Rookies jersey

Paul Fietzke wins the 2026 Sauerland RundfahrtThe 2026 Sauerland Rundfahrt comes to a close with victory for Paul Fietzke (RED BULL - BORA - HANSGROHE ROOKIES). The German rider, born in 2006, takes the general classification with a time of 9:56:30, finishing 27 seconds ahead of teammate Max Bock and 30 seconds ahead of Finn O'Brien (DEVELOPMENT TEAM PICNIC POSTNL).The race, spread over multiple stages in the Sauerland region, saw the RED BULL - BORA - HANSGROHE ROOKIES squad dominate the standings, placing two riders on the final podium. Fietzke built his advantage through consistent riding and a solid performance in the decisive stages, maintaining control of the race at the key moments.Behind him, O'Brien attempted to make up ground on the final stage, but the margin accumulated by Fietzke proved sufficient. Fourth place went to Johannes Adamietz (REMBE | RAD-NET) at 42 seconds, with fifth for Louis Leidert (LIDL-TREK FUTURE RACING) at 53 seconds.Fietzke's victory represents a significant result for the Red Bull – BORA – Hansgrohe development program, confirming the strength of its youth project. The rider demonstrated consistency and race management skills, qualities that allowed him to defend his lead all the way to the final finish line.With this success, Fietzke establishes himself as one of the names to watch in the upcoming races on the Under 23 calendar, with an eye toward a possible step up to the professional ranks.