Tour d'Arménie 2026: Bogusławski and Ward Lead a Talent-Rich Startlist

A Challenge in the Heart of the CaucasusThe Tour d'Arménie is about to get underway: the race, scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2026, will take place entirely on Armenian soil. The procontinental category guarantees a high technical level, with several top-tier teams ready to battle.At the start there will be 93 riders, representing international and local teams. The startlist, although lacking some WorldTour big names, still offers interesting insights, with riders who have already proven their worth in prestigious races.The Expected ProtagonistsAmong the verified entrants, attention is immediately drawn to Marceli Bogusławski (ATT Investments), coming off a season full of satisfaction. The Pole has shown a remarkable ability to win stages in stage races, as evidenced by his partial successes at the Course Cycliste de Solidarnosc et des Champions Olympiques.Also highly anticipated is Jack Ward (Lidl - Trek Future Racing), who raised his arms to the sky at the Flèche Ardennaise, a success that certifies his excellent condition. Eyes are also on Eduardo Pérez-Landaluce, a climber with several notable placings at the Vuelta Asturias, and on the Solution Tech NIPPO Rali duo of Kamiel Bonneu and Alexandre Balmer.The Form of the FavoritesAnalyzing this season's results, Bogusławski's value clearly emerges: the ATT Investments rider has secured a victory at the Puchar MON and has achieved podium finishes in several stages of the Course Cycliste de Solidarnosc, demonstrating consistency and competitiveness.Jack Ward has instead impressed with his victory at the Flèche Ardennaise and a second place at the À travers les Hautes Fagnes, signs of solid form that could make him shine in Armenia as well.Eduardo Pérez-Landaluce has shown his climbing talent at the Vuelta Asturias, with a stage win and several top placings. His ability to excel on climbs makes him an ideal candidate for stages with challenging gradients — source: Entrant results history.Finally, do not underestimate Simone Raccani and Andrea D'Amato of Team UKYO, both authors of excellent performances in Asian stage races, and Federico Iacomoni, third at the Mediterranean Games.Favorites for the Final VictoryIn light of the data collected, the fight for the general classification seems to focus on a few, great names. Marceli Bogusławski starts with the favor of the prediction: his ability to win stages and the solidity shown in minor stage races make him the man to beat.Right behind him, Jack Ward represents the most concrete threat, backed by a recent victory and improving condition. Closing the ideal podium is Eduardo Pérez-Landaluce, whose consistency and climbing skills could make the difference on Armenian routes.Bardiani CSF 7 Saber, despite fielding five riders, does not have riders with top results this season, while ATT Investments can count on a double card with Bogusławski and Banaszek. Lidl - Trek Future Racing bets everything on Ward, while Solution Tech NIPPO Rali could play its chances with Balmer and Bonneu.The appointment is for September 10: the international cycling world looks to Armenia with great interest.