The 2026 cycling season is in full swing, but the International Cycling Union and the organizers of the biggest races are already preparing for the next year. The dates for the 84th Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour have been announced, and the race will take place from August 2 to 8.

Just over a month has passed since the last edition of the Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour. The great emotions shared with the world’s leading cyclists will stay with us for a long time, but the organizers from Lang Team, led by Czesław Lang, are already preparing for the 84th installment of the race.

The Union Cycliste Internationale has published the calendar of top-tier UCI WorldTour events, which once again includes the Tour de Pologne. The largest stage race in the region will be held from August 2 to 8, maintaining its traditional time slot.

The UCI WorldTour status guarantees that the world’s best teams will compete on Polish roads. Every year, the race hosts big cycling names who battle for stage wins and the ORLEN General Classification. This year, the exceptional sprinter Jonathan Milan from Lidl Trek claimed 3 stage victories, while the overall race was won by Marco Brenner from Tudor Pro Cycling, who recently triumphed in spectacular fashion on a mountain stage of the Spanish Vuelta.

Each edition of the Tour de Pologne also serves as a promotion for Poland both domestically and internationally. Thanks to broadcasts on TVP Sport, Eurosport and the HBO Max streaming platform, the race reaches millions of fans in Poland and across 65 countries.

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Just a few weeks ago, they were impressing on Polish roads. Now they are enjoying major success at La Vuelta a España. Marco Brenner and Stefan Küng of Tudor Pro Cycling Team, two of the standout riders of this year’s Tour de Pologne, have both claimed stage victories in the final Grand Tour of the season.

This year’s Tour de Pologne proved exceptionally successful for Tudor Pro Cycling Team. Marco Brenner claimed victory in the ORLEN General Classification of the 83rd Tour de Pologne, while his teammate Stefan Küng triumphed on the final stage – the individual time trial starting and finishing at the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Both riders are now confirming their outstanding form at La Vuelta a España.

Marco Brenner claimed the first Grand Tour stage victory of his career. The 24-year-old German was the strongest on Stage 14 of La Vuelta a España, which took the peloton from Jaén to the demanding summit finish at Sierra de La Pandera. The mountainous stage, covering more than 150 kilometres and featuring over 4,000 metres of elevation gain, ended in success for the Tour de Pologne winner. Brenner was part of a large breakaway and successfully fought for victory on the final climb, beating Santiago Buitrago.

A few days later, Stefan Küng followed in his teammate’s footsteps. The Swiss rider won Stage 18 of La Vuelta a España – a 32.1-kilometre individual time trial from El Puerto de Santa María to Jerez de la Frontera. Küng completed the course in 35 minutes and 22 seconds, once again proving that he belongs among the world’s leading time trial specialists. It was the second La Vuelta stage victory of his career.

For Tour de Pologne fans, the result carried particular significance. Just a few weeks earlier, Küng had won the final time trial of the 83rd Tour de Pologne at the Wieliczka Salt Mine in equally impressive fashion. Over the 12.5-kilometre course, he recorded an average speed of 51.9 km/h and secured another stage victory for Tudor Pro Cycling Team.

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The emotions following the 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour have settled. Behind us are 7 days of great racing at the highest level. The starring roles in this exceptional spectacle were played by the world’s top cyclists, who reached for victories in Poland.

Held under the slogan “North-South”, the 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour promised to be very exciting from the very beginning. It was a race of returns – the peloton visited places it hadn’t ridden through in years. It all started in Gdynia, on board the ORP “Błyskawica” ship, where the team presentation took place in a spectacular setting. Among them were the world’s top teams and the Polish National Team.

The next day, 147 riders began the 7-day competition, planned for over 1100 kilometers. The first stage led along a long and undulating route from Gdynia to Koszalin. Despite this, the pace was dizzying, and the competitors quickly covered successive kilometers, including the “Czesław Lang’s Sector” in the Race Director’s home region. A strong breakaway was caught before the finish line in Koszalin, where Jonathan Milan from Lidl-Trek proved to be the best, defeating Paul Magnier (Soudal Quick-Step) in the final showdown.

The following day, the cyclists raced from Międzyzdroje to Szczecin, where we again witnessed a sprinter’s clash and… the exact same outcome. Once again, Milan overtook Magnier, while Marceli Bogusławski from the Polish National Team took 9th place.

On the stage from Gorzów Wielkopolski to Zielona Góra, the sprinters hoped the saying “third time’s the charm” would come true, but their plans were once again thwarted by Jonathan Milan, who this time beat Noah Hobbs from EF Education-EasyPost at the line. The Italian from Lidl-Trek thereby extended his lead in the ORLEN General Classification, but as expected, he lost the yellow jersey a day later – on the mountainous stage from Żagań to Karpacz.

There, the climbers entered the game, and Bart Lemmen from Team Visma | Lease a Bike proved to be the best on Orlinek, thereby achieving his first professional victory. The Dutchman showed off a successful attack lasting several kilometers, but in the very finale, he was almost caught by a brilliantly performing Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team).

The next two stages were again mountain tests – on the section connecting Opole and Kocierz Resort, Jan Christen (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) won after a two-man finish, and second place went to Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team), who placed in the top “3” of the ORLEN General Classification.

The race leader remained Bart Lemmen, but everything changed after the “queen” stage from BUKOVINA Resort to Bukowina Tatrzańska. The route, studded with steep walls, singled out the group of the best competitors of this year’s edition of the race. The stage triumph fell to Louis Barre of Team Visma | Lease a Bike, who first followed the attack of Santiago Buitrago of Bahrain Victorious, and then rode away from the Colombian and crossed the finish line alone. Behind him finished Scaroni and Brenner – thanks to the acquired bonus seconds, the Italian took the lead in the ORLEN General Classification.

He defended the jersey during the individual time trial stage in Wieliczka. On the 12.5-kilometer section, Stefan Küng (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) won, but thrilling things were happening in the fight for the victory in the ORLEN General Classification. Ultimately, Marco Brenner turned out to be the winner of the entire race, beating Finn Fisher-Black (Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe) by 10 seconds, and Ivan Romeo (Movistar Team) by 16 seconds. The reshuffles were the result of the excellent riding of the aforementioned trio on the short but intense time trial section.

In the Lang Team Points Classification, Marco Brenner also snatched victory at the very last moment. The Most Active LOTTO Rider award went to the combative Radosław Frątczak from the Polish National Team, and the PZU Best Climber jersey went to Walter Calzoni (Pinarello-Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team), who snatched it from Dries De Bondt (Team Jayco AlUla) on the “queen” stage. In the Decathlon Team Classification, the riders of Team Visma | Lease a Bike won, and the best Pole in the “general” was the talented Filip Gruszczyński. The Polish representative took 25th place.

The 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour will be remembered as an exciting race from the start to the last meters of the “time trial.” The competition was once again very close, and the riders wrote many beautiful stories. The race would not have been so extraordinary if not for the numerous fans gathered in each of the regions the competitors rode through. Additionally, the racing could be followed via live broadcast on TVP channels, Eurosport and the HBO Max streaming platform, thanks to which the signal reached viewers from 65 countries.

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The turn of July and August guaranteed Polish cycling fans quite a lot of emotions. Leading elite male and female riders took part in the 4th Tour de Pologne Women and the 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour, reaching for spectacular victories on Polish roads. Now they are winning again!

The Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour and Tour de Pologne Women races attract the best teams in the world to the start line. It was no different this year – in the men’s competition, we traditionally saw all the top division teams, and in the women’s struggles, as many as 8 UCI Women’s WorldTour squads started.

The presence of leading teams also means the start of male and female cyclists who throughout the entire season fight for wins in the biggest events. The stars of the 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour and the 4th Tour de Pologne Women confirmed their high form in subsequent starts after the Polish races and are reaching for victories again.

Already during the 4th Tour de Pologne Women, many competitors, including Lorena Wiebes (Team SD Worx-Protime) and Elisa Balsamo (Lidl-Trek), pointed out that the race routed through the Lubelskie Voivodeship is a great test of form for sprinters before the Tour de France Femmes. The Polish event was dominated by Lorena Wiebes, who triumphed in the first two stages of the women’s Tour de France Femmes, and left France in the green jersey of the points classification winner.

Now the Dutchwoman has in turn secured two victories in the Lloyds Tour of Britain Women, a UCI Women’s WorldTour level race. Meanwhile, Elisa Balsamo – 2nd in the 4th Tour de Pologne Women – recently expanded her cycling palmarès with a triumph in the Egmont Cycling Race.

The cyclists who achieved success on the route of the 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour are also presenting themselves very well. Jonathan Milan from Lidl-Trek recorded as many as 3 stage victories in Poland, and now he has added another one to that – on a stage of the Renewi Tour of UCI WorldTour rank.

Louis Barre from Team Visma | Lease a Bike is also winning. Polish fans remember the Frenchman from his spectacular triumph in Bukowina Tatrzańska after a long charge, where he achieved his first victory at the UCI WorldTour level. On Thursday, the 26-year-old raised his hands in a gesture of victory once again – this time on the route of the Lidl Deutschland Tour.

The excellent form of the male and female cyclists whom we watched in Poland just recently proves the very high sporting level of the Polish races. Even now, one can look forward with anticipation to the next editions of the Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour and Tour de Pologne Women.

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August 15 marks Polish Armed Forces Day – a special occasion to express our gratitude to all soldiers for their service and commitment.

The 83rd Tour de Pologne was also a unique meeting point between sport and the Polish Armed Forces. Thanks to our cooperation, fans had the opportunity to see military equipment at the starts and finishes of the stages, while the team presentation on board the ORP Błyskawica in Gdynia was one of the highlights of this year’s race.

On this special day, we would like to thank the Polish Armed Forces for their cooperation, presence and support during the 83rd Tour de Pologne. We are grateful to all the soldiers and representatives of the Armed Forces who joined us along the route and helped make this edition of the race so special.

Thank you for being part of the 83rd Tour de Pologne and for helping us celebrate sport, Polish pride and our national heritage.

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The final 7th stage of the 83rd edition of the Tour de Pologne brought incredible twists and turns along the 12.5-kilometer individual time trial, starting and finishing at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine. Under superb weather conditions – 27 degrees Celsius, full sunshine, and virtually no wind – the riders faced an unforgiving battle against the clock. The last rider rolled off the start ramp at 4:14 PM, and high-stakes drama unfolded right from the start.

Stage victory went to Switzerland’s Stefan Küng (Tudor Pro Cycling Team), who covered the course in 14’25” at an average speed of 51.9 km/h, edging out Finn Fisher-Black and Callum Thornley (both Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe) by just four hundredths of a second. However, it was his teammate, Marco Brenner, who stole the show. The young German delivered the time trial of his life (14’37”, earning 7th place on the stage), launching a dramatic leap in the standings to seal his victory in both the ORLEN General Classification and the Lang Team Points Classification.

“Was this the time trial of my life? The short answer is yes. It was a perfect day for me. I knew I had a huge opportunity– if everything went well, winning the general classification was within my reach. I knew my potential from the past; although it slipped a bit in recent years, I put a ton of work into time trial bike training again this year. I’m thrilled that everything came together perfectly today. The turning point was the second tough stage, where I finished second. A day earlier, I was involved in a crash and didn’t know how things would unfold, but I didn’t give up. I showed that I’m one of the best climbers and believed I could fight for a podium or another big result. However, I only truly believed in the overall win yesterday after the stage when I saw my great starting position ahead of the time trial,” a thrilled Marco Brenner recounted at the finish line.

The German rider added that while he had a quick flight home to catch, he leaves Poland with unforgettable memories:

“I didn’t win a single stage here, but the ultimate success is the result of consistent riding at the very front every day. I’m much happier about the leader’s jersey than winning the points classification. Today I still must catch my flight, and what I’ve achieved will probably sink in over the next few days. The best part for me was yesterday’s route– beautiful surroundings and so many amazing fans. Polish people are truly wonderful. I raced here back in 2022 and had great memories, so I was really looking forward to returning. The entire race was brilliantly organized. Will I come back next year? We’ll see what plans the team prepares, but I would love to return.”

Time trial winner Stefan Küng was equally delighted after a race filled with breakthrough moments:

“I felt really great all week, which is why I was so determined to fight for the win today. And I pulled it off! I’m extremely happy and, to be honest, deeply moved. In my previous race, I had a nasty crash—I broke my femur and was out of racing for a very long time. At one point, I even doubted whether I’d ever return to the top level. Winning the final stage of the Tour de Pologne feels almost unbelievable. Right after crossing the finish line, I called my family and the physiotherapist who put so much work into my recovery. This is without a doubt one of the most beautiful victories of my career. I raced here last year as well, and I really love this race and Poland itself. We had a great week with the whole team—Marco rode amazingly, turned the tide of the competition, and won the general classification, so the day couldn’t have turned out better for us. I’m proud of my teammates and thankful to the organizers for putting together such a great race with a fantastic route.”

Poles on the Course: Kwiatkowski’s Determination and Gruszczyński’s Promising Performance

The course in Wieliczka also brought final resolutions in the competition among Polish riders. A very strong performance was delivered by Michał Kwiatkowski (Netcompany INEOS), whose time of 15’02” made him the highest-placed Polish rider on Stage 7. The decorated cyclist emphasized how much energy he draws from domestic fans and outlined his upcoming plans for the season:

“My motivation is at one hundred percent. From the beginning of the season, my plan was to prepare for the World Championships through the Canadian classics– Québec and Montréal. I have over four weeks to catch my breath and train, and after the World Championships, I’d like to ride a few more classics and perhaps the European Championships. It will be a long journey, almost like a grand tour in terms of racing days, but I enjoy racing in Canada. Injuries and tough moments are part of my life. I do what I love, give one hundred percent every day, and I don’t see myself in any other role right now. That’s the example I want to set for the kids at my academy and for my daughters – you must approach everything professionally. What I will remember most from the Tour de Pologne is how recognizable I am and how amazingly the Polish fans support me. Sitting on the bus alongside riders like Egan Bernal or Geraint Thomas, I take immense pleasure in representing Poland and want to give that support back on the road. My rule is simple: hard work over a long period, never giving up, and doing what I do best.”

Meanwhile, the highest-placed Pole in the General Classification was Filip Gruszczyński (Polish National Team), who completed the race in a strong 25th place overall. The young national team rider summarized his start with perspective and a smile:

“I rate the race very positively – the bike from my dad worked great, and the time trial result was quite okay relative to my preparation. I leave with the title of top Pole, satisfaction, and the conviction that I can compete with the world’s elite. I’ll remember the great atmosphere, crowds of fans, and the personalized gingerbreads featuring the Tour de Pologne logo and my name that our team received. I don’t intend to keep them as souvenirs – I’m going to enjoy eating them over the next few days.”

Final standings were also settled in the other classifications: Walter Calzoni (Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team) defended the PZU white jersey with blue polka dots as best climber, while Radosław Frątczak (Polish National Team) sealed victory in the most active rider competition, taking the Lotto blue jersey on the podium.

Stage 7 Results (Wieliczka – 12.5 km ITT)

• 1. Stefan Küng (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) – 14’25” (avg. 51.9 km/h)
• 2. Finn Fisher-Black (Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe) – 14’29” (+0.04″)
• 3. Callum Thornley (Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe) – 14’29” (+0.04″)
• 4. Iván Romeo (Movistar Team) – 14’30”
• 5. Magnus Sheffield (Netcompany INEOS) – 14’34”
• 6. Arthur Kluckers (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) – 14’35”
• 7. Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) – 14’37”
• 8. Ethan Hayter (Soudal Quick-Step) – 14’39”
• 9. Artem Shmidt (Netcompany INEOS) – 14’39”
• 10. Sjoerd Bax (Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team) – 14’40”
• Best Pole on Stage 7 (Sponsored by Orlen Vitay): Michał Kwiatkowski (Netcompany INEOS) – 15’02”

Final Winners of the 83rd Tour de Pologne Classifications

• ORLEN General Classification (Yellow Jersey): Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team)
• Lang Team Points Classification (White Jersey): Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team)
• PZU Mountain Classification (White Jersey with Blue Polka Dots): Walter Calzoni (Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team)
• LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification (Blue Jersey): Radosław Frątczak (Polish National Team)
• DECATHLON team classification: TEAM VISMA | LEASE A BIKE
• Best Pole in the Overall Classification: Filip Gruszczyński (Polish National Team) – 25th place in GC

A Time-Honored Tradition and State Patronage

The presence of the President of the Republic of Poland, Karol Nawrocki, at the winners’ award ceremony reflected the highest respect for the riders’ grit, the organizers’ dedication, and the fans’ passion. It directly aligns with decades of state patronage over the national race. The Honorary Patronage of the Head of State over the Tour of Poland is a tradition dating back to the interwar period and the era of President Ignacy Mościcki. This distinguished role was continued by all presidents of free Poland after 1989: Lech Wałęsa, Aleksander Kwaśniewski, Lech Kaczyński, Bronisław Komorowski, and Andrzej Duda, and today this tradition is carried forward by President Karol Nawrocki.

The extension of presidential patronage over the Tour de Pologne across generations and regardless of political context proves that the national race is a universal treasure. It stands as an expression of patriotism, an exceptional showcase for Poland worldwide, and an endorsement of core sporting values: perseverance, the pursuit of excellence, mutual respect, and clean fair-play competition.

Summarizing this remarkable week, General Director Czesław Lang pointed to the organizational success, geographical scope, and building of a national brand ahead of the upcoming centenary:

“It was undoubtedly a magnificent week. The route change and moving from north to south through places we hadn’t visited in nearly 20 years – from Kashubia through Koszalin to the southern stages and Wieliczka – proved to be a total hit. Hundreds of thousands of fans waving white-and-red flags welcomed us along the entire route, showing that Poles have a world-class event that rivals races in Italy, France, or Spain. Sportingly, the Tour de Pologne belongs to the absolute global elite– we witnessed major victories by Jonathan Milan, the birth of new cycling talents, and thrilling competition right down to the wire, where podium places were decided by just three seconds in the time trial. Equally important for us is the promotional dimension: showcasing Poland’s beauty through five-hour daily live broadcasts on TVP and Eurosport. I am delighted that after 34 years of our work, this race is not only deeply cherished by the public but also recognized at the highest state level. The visit of President Karol Nawrocki and his honorary patronage– honoring a tradition dating back to 1928– is an immense honor for us. The success of this race is thanks to thousands of people: sponsors, services, media, and above all, the wonderful fans. In two years, we celebrate our centenary, and we’ve proven that we have a fantastic Polish brand that everyone can be proud of.”

Ahead lies another historic milestone for organizers, riders, and fans alike – the approaching centenary of the race’s first edition in 2028. The success of this year’s 83rd Tour de Pologne, broadcast to 65 countries via Telewizja Polska, Eurosport, and HBO Max, confirms that blending professionalism, passion, and state support creates an event that continuously builds national pride and unites all Poles.

A Shadow of Sorrow over the Race Finale

The final stage of competition also unfolded under the shadow of very sad news for the entire sports community. Overnight, on his 83rd birthday and following a six-month battle with cancer, Włodzimierz Rezner passed away.

For decades, he was a distinguished, widely respected voice of Polish cycling, commenting on the Peace Race on radio and numerous domestic events, including many years at the Tour de Pologne. His passion and iconic broadcasting style will forever remain in the hearts of sports fans.

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WIELICZKA, August 9 – On the final day of competition in the 83rd edition of the Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour, riders face a 12.5-kilometer, highly spectacular individual time trial stage. Starting and finishing at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine, the route proved in the previous edition that it can lead to crucial changes at the top of the ORLEN General Classification, setting the stage for the ultimate showdown.

Leaders at the Start: The Battle on the Seventh Stage

Following the thrilling action on Stage 6, here are the riders who will wear the leader jerseys at the start in Wieliczka:

• ORLEN General Classification: Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team)
• Lang Team Points Classification: Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek)
• PZU Mountain Classification: Walter Calzoni (Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team)
• LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification: Radosław Frątczak (Poland National Team)
• DECATHLON Team Classification: TEAM VISMA | LEASE A BIKE

The Wieliczka Challenge: Initial Climb and Fast Return

The final act of the race will be a true test of individual effort. The 12.5 km route has been designed to test the riders’ versatility:

• Initial Climb: The stage kicks off with a climb of just over 1.5 kilometers, where riders will need to hit top speed right away.
• Fast Return Section: After cresting the elevation, the route follows flat and gently descending terrain directly back to the finish line.

Grand Finale at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine

The stage finale promises unforgettable drama, where seconds will decide the outcome of the entire race. The finish line located at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine will once again reveal the winner—last year, Brandon McNulty took a double victory here, securing the overall race triumph thanks to his time trial win. It is here that we will learn the final champions of all classifications in the 83rd Tour de Pologne.

International Broadcast to 65 Countries

Fans can follow the action live on Telewizja Polska, Eurosport channels, and the Max streaming platform. Thanks to this extensive coverage, race broadcasts reach viewers in 65 countries worldwide, combining top-tier sports competition with the promotion of Poland’s most scenic regions.

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The royal 6th stage of the 83rd Tour de Pologne delivered immense excitement to cycling fans along the 125-kilometer route around Bukowina Tatrzańska. Following a spectacular solo charge in the closing kilometers, Frenchman Louis Barré (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) claimed the stage victory. Meanwhile, second-place finisher Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team) took over the ORLEN General Classification lead.

High-Mountain Thrills and Barré’s Solo Charge

From the very start, the racing unfolded at a blistering pace, averaging nearly 42 km/h. On the numerous climbs—including Sierockie, Słodyczki, and Pitoniówka—Walter Calzoni (Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team) shined brightest, repeatedly claiming PZU KOM Primes to become the new leader of the mountain’s classification.

The decisive moves came during the four ascents up the iconic Ściana BUKOVINA (1.6 km; 9.5%). With several dozen kilometers remaining, a two-man breakaway formed at the front: Santiago Buitrago (Bahrain-Victorious) and Louis Barré. On the final climb up Ściana BUKOVINA, the Frenchman dropped the Colombian rider and launched a solo effort to the line.

Despite an attack by Finn Fisher-Black (Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe) and continuous chase attempts behind, Barré maintained his lead to cross the finish line solo in Bukowina Tatrzańska. Christian Scaroni sprinted to second place, securing the yellow jersey as the new overall leader. Filip Gruszczyński (Poland National Team) was the top Polish rider of the stage, finishing in a strong 23rd place.

Stage Winner’s Statement – Louis Barré:

“It’s a pity we lost the leader’s jersey, but the time trial is ahead of us and we are still aiming for the general classification win. My attack today came from great form and the desire to make up for yesterday’s third place. Huge thanks to the whole team for their hard work – this is our shared success. Tomorrow, I’ll give it my all and we’ll see what the time trial brings.”

New General Classification Leader – Christian Scaroni:

“To be honest, I didn’t expect to take the leader’s jersey today. At the start of the stage, I didn’t feel my best and suffered quite a bit in the peloton, but the whole team did a massive job for me. Visma controlled the tempo for most of the day, which worked in our favor because Alberto Bettiol and I know we are fast on these short, steep climbs. Before the final lap, we took initiative and pulled hard at the front to set up the finish. It’s a shame that one rider got away and we finished second, but I am extremely proud of the guys. We have the leader’s jersey, and even though tomorrow’s time trial isn’t my specialty, we will definitely give everything to secure the best possible result.”

Best Polish Rider on Stage 6 – Filip Gruszczyński:

“I thought that instead of letting go, I’d take a risk and jump into the breakaway. Besides, it was easier to ride my own pace than to slow down and accelerate again. I had a tough start because I don’t really like dynamic starts and need time to ease into the stage, but Kuba Kaczmarek helped me out on the first kilometers. I survived and made it to the finish. As for my family – mom and dad will definitely be in Kraków. My dad has supported me from the very beginning, and if it weren’t for him, I wouldn’t be here. He’s an amateur cyclist himself, so he doesn’t pretend to be my coach or advisor, but his everyday support is simply invaluable.”

LOTTO Most Active Rider Leader – Radosław Frątczak:

“I was worried about making the time limit, but I managed to finish with plenty of time to spare. The fear and the incredible fans gave me huge motivation – thanks to their cheering on the course, my legs hurt less. It was great to see iconic characters along the way, like the Devil or Jack Sparrow. I slept peacefully before the start, my recovery is going well, and I’m hoping for a similar, restful sleep tonight. Tomorrow is the final day, so we’re going full throttle – I’ll give everything I’ve got! See you next year.”

Top 10 Stage 6 Results:

1. Louis Barré (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
2. Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team)
3. Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team)
4. Fredrik Dversnes Lavik (Uno-X Mobility)
5. Axel Laurance (Netcompany INEOS)
6. Paul Lapeira (Decathlon CMA CGM Team)
7. Maximilian Schachmann (Soudal Quick-Step)
8. Finn Fisher-Black (Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe)
9. Andreas Kron (Uno-X Mobility)
10. Iván Romeo (Movistar Team)

Jersey Classification Leaders After Stage 6:

• ORLEN General Classification (Yellow Jersey): Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team)
• Lang Team Points Classification (White Jersey): Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek)
• PZU Mountain Classification (Polka Dot Jersey): Walter Calzoni (Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team)
• LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification (Blue Jersey): Radosław Frątczak (Poland National Team)
• DECATHLON team classification: TEAM VISMA | LEASE A BIKE
• ORLEN VITAY Best Polish Rider on Stage 6: Filip Gruszczyński (Poland National Team) – 23rd place

Grand Finale at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine

The final outcomes will be decided during Sunday’s Stage 7. The grand finale of the 83rd Tour de Pologne will feature an individual time trial finishing at the historic “Wieliczka” Salt Mine, where the ultimate winners of all jersey classifications will be crowned. International coverage will be broadcast by Telewizja Polska, Eurosport, and streaming via HBO Max to cycling fans across 65 countries.

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The penultimate, sixth stage of the 83rd Tour de Pologne brings an iconic showdown in the heart of Podhale

BUKOVINA RESORT, August 8 – On the penultimate day of competition in the 83rd edition of the Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour, riders face a 126-kilometer, highly spectacular “royal” stage. Despite the relatively short distance, the route is packed with climbs and promises huge excitement, with every chance of significantly shaking up the ORLEN General Classification.

Leaders at the Start: The Battle on Stage Six

After an thrilling Stage 5, here are the leaders who will wear the distinctive jerseys at the start line in Bukowina:

• ORLEN General Classification (Yellow Jersey): Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
• Lang Team Points Classification (White Jersey): Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek)
• PZU Mountain Classification (White Jersey with Blue Polka Dots): Dries De Bondt (Team Jayco AlUla)
• LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification (Blue Jersey): Radosław Frątczak (Poland National Team)
• ORLEN VITAY Best Polish Rider Award: Filip Gruszczyński (Poland National Team)
• DECATHLON Team Classification: TEAM VISMA | LEASE A BIKE

Challenge in the Tatras: Iconic Climbs and a Triple “Ściana BUKOVINA”

Shortly after the start, the peloton will contest the LOTTO Intermediate Sprint in Biały Dunajec before diving straight into the mountainous Tatra terrain. Along the 126-kilometer route, organizers have set up a series of mountain challenges:

• LOTTO Intermediate Sprint: in Biały Dunajec,
• PZU Mountain Sprints: in Sierockie, Słodyczki, and Pitoniówka,
• Category 1 PZU Mountain Sprint – Ściana BUKOVINA in Gliczarów: riders will tackle this iconic, punishing climb a total of 3 times on the final laps.

Uphill Finish – The Line at Bukowina Tatrzańska

The grand finale will deliver unforgettable emotions, with the route refusing to give the riders a break right up to the finish line. The finish in Bukowina Tatrzańska is traditionally located on a steep climb. Only a true mountain specialist will be able to join the prestigious hall of Bukowina winners, which includes the likes of Rafał Majka, Remco Evenepoel, Simon Yates, and João Almeida.

The “North-South” Route: Over 1,100 km of Racing

This year’s Tour de Pologne covers over 1,100 kilometers divided into 7 demanding stages. The peloton travels from coastal Gdynia through West Pomerania, Lubusz Land, Lower Silesia, and Lesser Poland. Highlights include flat sprint finishes, the iconic Orlinek climb in Karpacz, a mountain triptych with uphill finishes at Kocierz Resort and Bukowina Tatrzańska, and a final time trial at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine.

International Broadcast to 65 Countries

Fans can follow the action live on Telewizja Polska, Eurosport, and the Max streaming platform for all 7 stages. Thanks to this extensive coverage, race broadcasts reach viewers in 65 countries worldwide, blending top-tier sports action with the promotion of Poland’s most scenic regions.

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The peloton of the 83rd edition of the Tour de Pologne provided fans with unforgettable excitement on the 218.9 km stage from Opole to Kocierz Resort. After a fierce battle in a dynamic finale, the sensational Swiss rider Jan Christen (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) claimed a solo victory, launching a decisive attack in the final kilometers and holding off the chasing group by a narrow margin. The shift at the front of the race also brought a new overall leader—Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) took over the ORLEN yellow jersey.

Mountain Tests and the Crucial Przegibek

The route presented riders with their first serious tests in demanding, hilly terrain. Among the key highlights was the ascent of Przegibek (4.1 km; 5.7%), where the pace in the peloton surged dramatically. Driven by the high speed and continuous attacks at the front, the breakaway was eventually reeled in with 4 kilometers remaining.

Late Attacks and the Swiss Champion’s Solo Charge

In the final 3 kilometers, teams seeking an opportunity before the ultimate climb came to the fore—Lidl-Trek riders and Michał Kwiatkowski (Netcompany INEOS) pushed hard at the front of the peloton, causing significant splits in the pack. Neilson Powless (EF Education – EasyPost) upped the tempo, but it was a powerful attack by the Swiss champion, Jan Christen (UAE Team Emirates-XRG), that proved decisive.

Christen established a slim lead and began his solo charge against the peloton with 1,600 meters to go. With just 400 meters remaining, Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) launched a dangerous counterattack, drawing nearly level with the Swiss rider. However, Christen maintained his pace and was the first to cross the finish line in Kocierz Resort.

“Our plan was to watch our rivals or fight in the sprint. I knew everyone was waiting for my attack, so I waited patiently. When I saw the others suffering, I made my move—even though my back was hurting badly from yesterday’s crash. In the final meters, I controlled the group and saved energy for the final sprint, which brought the win. Today’s dynamic profile suited me very well. We came here with a four-rider squad, so there is no pressure on us. I already have a stage win and a good GC position, so I’m approaching the coming days with calm and without pressure,” said Jan Christen at the finish line.

Filip Gruszczyński (Polish National Team) was the top Polish rider on the stage, finishing in 36th place.

“This stage was bittersweet for me—I’m happy to be the top Pole, but I lacked the legs a bit on the final wall. This is my first time riding such a big race as a team leader, which is a completely different challenge than helping teammates in the club. I moved closer to the top 20 in the general classification, but my time losses grew, so I need to adjust my strategy. On the upcoming tough mountain stages, I’ll look for opportunities in breakaways, hoping my rivals might underestimate me a bit, and I can fight to climb up the GC in a heavily split field,” summarized Filip Gruszczyński.

Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) expressed his joy at taking the general classification lead: “It was a tough stage, but we had everything under control from the start. The real racing began on the first major climb, and on the final wall, it came down to who had the best legs. I’m happy to have taken the yellow jersey, but crucial days lie ahead—tomorrow will be a hard battle right from the start, and we’ll have to give absolutely everything in the final time trial. My path to the professional peloton was unusual, as I served in the Royal Netherlands Air Force from 2014 to 2022, including as a protection platoon commander. I started racing amatorishly in 2017, and step by step, season by season, I reached where I am today,” highlighted the race leader.

Stage TOP 10 Results:

1. Jan Christen (UAE Team Emirates-XRG)
2. Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team)
3. Louis Barré (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
4. Axel Laurance (Netcompany INEOS)
5. Paul Lapeira (Decathlon CMA CGM Team)
6. Fabio Christen (Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team)
7. Finn Fisher-Black (Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe)
8. Alberto Bettiol (XDS Astana Team)
9. Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team)
10. Matteo Sobrero (Lidl-Trek)

Classification Leaders After the Stage:

• ORLEN General Classification (yellow jersey): Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
• Lang Team Points Classification (white jersey): Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek)
• PZU Mountain Classification (white jersey with blue polka dots): Dries De Bondt (Team Jayco AlUla)
• LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification (blue jersey): Radosław Frątczak (Polish National Team)
• ORLEN VITAY Best Polish Rider Award: Filip Gruszczyński (Polish National Team)
• DECATHLON team classification: TEAM VISMA | LEASE A BIKE

Ahead lies the “Queen Stage” in Bukowina Tatrzańska

A true test for pure climbers awaits the riders next. The “Queen Stage” will take place in Bukowina Tatrzańska and BUKOVINA Resort. On a short 126-kilometer route, the riders will tackle as many as 6 PZU Mountain KOH primes, including the steep Ściana BUKOVINA as well as climbs in Sierockie, Słodyczki, and Pitoniówka. The sole LOTTO Intermediate Sprint will take place in Biały Dunajec shortly after the start.

Radosław Frątczak, leader of the LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification, shared his perspective on the upcoming challenge: “Tomorrow’s stage will be grueling. Our main task is to help Filip as much as possible on the early parts of the climb—we need to position him as high and safely as possible. After that, my job and that of the other sprinters is done, and it’ll just be about riding in wheels and avoiding risks. My mind is admittedly already on Sunday’s time trial, but we still have a tough Saturday ahead. My main goal is to stay in the gruppetto as long as possible and make the time limit without issues. In cycling, a bad moment, energy drop, or crash can always happen, but I’m not expecting negative scenarios. On the initial climbs, we’ll calmly pace ourselves to reach the finish safely,” announced Frątczak.

The stage winner will join a prestigious group of past Bukowina Tatrzańska victors, including Remco Evenepoel, João Almeida, Simon Yates, and Rafał Majka.

The final decisions will be made on the concluding stage—on August 9, the riders will face an individual time trial at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine, where the ultimate winners of all classifications will be crowned.

International Broadcast to 65 Countries

Fans can follow the action live via Telewizja Polska’s broadcast, which is also available on Eurosport channels and the HBO Max streaming platform, reaching viewers across 65 countries worldwide.

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OPOLE, August 7 – On the fifth day of racing in the 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour, the riders face a highly demanding 218-kilometer stage. The peloton sets off from Opole, where Olav Kooij claimed victory three years ago, heading directly toward the Beskid Mountains. This challenging route will play into the hands of climbing specialists and general classification contenders alike.

Leaders at the Start: The Battle Begins for Stage 5

Following the intense action on Stage 4, here are the jersey wearers heading out from Opole:

• ORLEN General Classification (Yellow Jersey): Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
• Lang Team Points Classification (White Jersey): Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek)
• PZU Mountain Classification (Polka Dot Jersey): Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
• LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification (Blue Jersey): Radosław Frątczak (Polish National Team)

While the terrain is relatively gentle in the early kilometers, the second half of the stage and the Beskid climbs will firmly favor the mountain specialists.

Beskid Challenge: Intermediate Sprints and Przełęcz Przegibek

The WorldTour peloton will tackle scenic yet punishing roads heading into the mountains. Key points along the 218 km route will keep the racing fierce:

• 3 LOTTO Intermediate Sprints: in Ujazd, Pisarzowice (Wilamowice Municipality), and Bielsko-Biała – Polish Capital of Culture,
• 1 DPD Special Sprint,
• 2 PZU Mountain Passes: Góra Św. Anny and the demanding Przełęcz Przegibek, located under 40 kilometers from the finish line.

Historic Finish at Kocierz Resort – A New Summit Finish for Tour de Pologne

The stage finale promises high drama. The finish line is once again set atop a climb—this time at Kocierz Resort. While the Tour de Pologne peloton has tackled this ascent in previous editions, it will host a stage finish for the very first time.

“North-South” Route: Over 1,100 km of Racing

This year’s Tour de Pologne features over 1,100 kilometers across 7 challenging stages. The route spans from coastal Gdynia through Western Pomerania, Lubusz Land, Lower Silesia, and Lesser Poland. Highlights include flat sprint finishes, the iconic climb to Orlinek in Karpacz, a mountain triptych ending at Kocierz Resort and Bukowina Tatrzańska, and a final time trial at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine.

International Broadcast to 65 Countries

Fans can follow live coverage of all 7 stages on Telewizja Polska, Eurosport, and the Max streaming platform. Broadcasts reach cycling fans in 65 countries worldwide, combining top-tier sporting excitement with a showcase of Poland’s most picturesque regions.

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The peloton of the 83rd Tour de Pologne entered the mountains, kicking off the first act of the mountain triptych on a 161.9 km stage from Żagań to Karpacz. The final climb delivered great excitement, with Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) emerging as the hero of the day. After taking the stage victory with a time of 3:54:45, he also put on the yellow jersey as the leader of the ORLEN general classification.

Crash, neutralization, and route change at riders’ request

Before the resolution on the final climb, the progression of the fourth stage was heavily disrupted 42 km from the finish, where a crash involving around 30 riders took place. Among those on the tarmac were overall leader Jonathan Milan and João Almeida, while an injured Juan Sebastián Molano (UAE Team Emirates) was forced to withdraw.

The organizers reacted with a neutralization of the stage. Following consultations with the peloton, the decision was made to alter the route and bypass a dangerous, slippery descent.

– When we saw the crash, we neutralized the race to give the affected riders a chance. Then the unions asked to bypass the slippery descent. We accommodated the riders. As soon as the emergency services confirmed readiness, we directed the peloton onto an alternative route – summarized Tour de Pologne race director, Czesław Lang.

Solo attack in Karpacz and Team Visma | Lease a Bike masterclass

After racing resumed and reached the approach to the final ascent, Team Visma | Lease a Bike set the pace. With under 6 kilometers to go, a strong four-man group formed at the front: Bart Lemmen, his teammate Tijmen Graat, Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team), and Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team).

When Graat dropped from the lead group, Bart Lemmen launched a decisive attack. The Dutchman won the 1st category mountain prime in Karpacz and established a strong solo pace, pulling away to a 15-second lead. Despite a chase from Christian Scaroni, who managed to drop Marco Brenner, Lemmen held his advantage to cross the line just ahead of the Italian. Third place went to Axel Laurance (Netcompany INEOS), 14 seconds behind.

Stage winner and new leader’s statement

At the finish line, Bart Lemmen reflected on his performance and the events on the road:

– It’s an amazing feeling, I still can’t believe it. I’ve been saying for a long time that I was fed up with not winning, and today it finally happened. After the crash, I had huge doubts about whether to even continue riding. Everything hurt, but once I got back on the bike, the adrenaline kicked in. I also wanted to help Louis Barré. After that crash, the peloton rode a bit more cautiously, which opened up space for me to attack. I took a risk – I figured it was easier to give it my all when nobody was sitting on my wheel. After so many attempts, I could finally cross the finish line with my hands up and put on the leader’s jersey – said Bart Lemmen at the finish.

Top 10 Results – Stage 4 of the 83rd Tour de Pologne (Żagań – Karpacz, 161.9 km):

1. Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) – 3:54:45
2. Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team) – s.t.
3. Axel Laurance (Netcompany INEOS) – +0:14
4. Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) – +0:14
5. Louis Barré (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) – +0:16
6. Alberto Bettiol (XDS Astana Team) – +0:16
7. Paul Lapeira (Decathlon CMA CGM Team) – +0:16
8. Finn Fisher-Black (Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe) – +0:16
9. Aaron Dockx (Alpecin – Premier Tech) – +0:16
10. Andreas Kron (Uno-X Mobility) – +0:20

Shuffles in the classifications

The victory on stage 4 reshuffled the standings. Bart Lemmen took over the leader’s jersey from Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek) and moved into the lead of the PZU KOM classification with 10 points, pushing former leader Dries De Bondt (9 points) into second. However, Jonathan Milan retained the white jersey as the leader of the points classification, while Polish representative Radosław Frątczak kept the blue jersey for the most active rider.

ORLEN General Classification Top 6 & Best Polish Rider (after Stage 4):

1. Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
2. Christian Scaroni (XDS Astana Team)
3. Marco Brenner (Tudor Pro Cycling Team)
4. Matteo Sobrero (Lidl-Trek)
5. Finn Fisher-Black (Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe)
6. Louis Barré (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)

14. Michał Kwiatkowski (Netcompany INEOS)

• Classification leaders after Stage 4:
• ORLEN General Classification (yellow jersey): Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
• Lang Team Points Classification (white jersey): Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek)
• PZU KOM Classification (white jersey with blue polka dots): Bart Lemmen (Team Visma | Lease a Bike)
• LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification (blue jersey): Radosław Frątczak (Poland)
• ORLEN VITAY Best Polish Rider of Stage 4: Michał Kwiatkowski (Netcompany INEOS)

Mountain triptych underway – what lies ahead?

The climb to Karpacz is just the start of the mountain action in the 83rd Tour de Pologne. Stage 5 will take the riders from Opole to Kocierz Resort, ending with a demanding climb. Along the way, riders will compete at the LOTTO Intermediate Sprints (Ujazd, Pisarzowice, Bielsko-Biała), the DPD Special Prime, and PZU Mountain Primes on Góra Św. Anny and Przełęcz Przegibek.

The next test comes on the stage in Bukowina Tatrzańska (126 km), featuring 6 PZU Mountain Primes, including the steep Ściana BUKOVINA as well as climbs in Sierockie, Słodyczki, and Pitoniówka. The 83rd edition will conclude with an individual time trial at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine (August 9).

Live coverage of all stages is available via Telewizja Polska, Eurosport, and the Max streaming platform.

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First Big Test for the Climbers! Stage 4 of the 83rd Tour de Pologne Leads from Żagań to Karpacz

ŻAGAŃ, August 6 – Following exciting racing through the Lubusz Voivodeship, the peloton of the 83rd Tour de Pologne UCI WorldTour enters true mountain terrain. On day four of competition, riders head into Lower Silesia to face the first major challenge of this year’s race. The route from Żagań to Karpacz is packed with demanding climbs where the General Classification contenders are expected to launch their first moves.

Leaders at the Start: The Battle Begins on the First Mountain Stage

Following Stage 3, here are the jersey holders set to line up at the start in Żagań:

• ORLEN General Classification (Yellow Jersey): Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek)
• Lang Team Points Classification (White Jersey): Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek)
• PZU King of the Mountains Classification (Polka Dot Jersey): Dries De Bondt (Team Jayco AlUla)
• LOTTO Most Active Rider Classification (Blue Jersey): Radosław Frątczak (Polish National Team)
• ORLEN VITAY Best Polish Rider Award (Stage 3): Marceli Bogusławski (Polish National Team)

While the terrain rises gradually in the opening phase, the grueling final section heavily favors the climbing specialists.

Lower Silesian Challenge: Intermediate Sprints and a Tough Finale

Riders from the world’s top WorldTour teams will tackle picturesque yet brutal roads across Lower Silesia. Key intermediate points along the route will heat up the action before the final ascent:

• 2 Special Sprints: Hotel Gołębiewski and Hotel Seidorf
• 3 PZU Mountain Sprints: Antoniów, Borowice, and Karpacz (just 4 km from the finish line)

Iconic Finish at Orlinek – The Stage Is Set for a Cycling Spectacle

The stage finale is packed with obstacles. Cyclists will be tested by categorized climbs as well as the steep final wall leading up to Orlinek in Karpacz. This legendary Tour de Pologne finish line—famous for iconic victories by Alberto Contador, Matej Mohorič, Thibau Nys, and Paul Lapeira—is once again primed for world-class racing drama.

“North-South” Route: Over 1,100 km of Racing

This year’s Tour de Pologne features over 1,100 kilometers divided into 7 demanding stages. The peloton travels from coastal Gdynia through West Pomerania, the Lubusz region, Lower Silesia, and Lesser Poland. Highlights along the course include flat sprint finishes, the iconic climb to Orlinek in Karpacz, a mountain triptych with finishes at Kocierz Resort and Bukowina Tatrzańska, and the final individual time trial at the “Wieliczka” Salt Mine.

International Broadcast to 65 Countries

Live coverage of every stage is available on Telewizja Polska, Eurosport, and the Max streaming service. Broadcasts reach fans across 65 countries worldwide, showcasing top-tier professional cycling against the backdrop of Poland’s most beautiful regions.

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