Wout van Aert Wins Tenth Stage of Vuelta a España

Wout van Aert secured his third stage victory of the Vuelta a España, triumphing on the 10th stage after a challenging climb in Galicia. The Belgian rider, representing Visma | Lease a Bike, initially struggled but ultimately formed a successful breakaway with four other riders, including Quentin Pacher. After an intense 50 kilometers of racing, Van Aert outpaced Pacher in the final sprint, marking his fifth win of the season and bringing his career total to 49 victories. This win was particularly meaningful for Van Aert, as his family was present to celebrate his success. Despite a lackluster performance in the Tour de France earlier this year, he is now proving his versatility and strength in the Vuelta. Ben O'Connor maintained the overall lead, with the peloton finishing five-and-a-half minutes behind Van Aert.