Archive · 21 Jan 2026
Luke Mudgway Wins Two Stages
Luke Mudgway had an amazing start to the Pune Grand Tour 2026 by winning both the first and second stages.
The first stage was 90 kilometers long, and Luke finished in 2 hours, 0 minutes, and 21 seconds.
The second stage was even harder, with a 105.3-kilometer route that included steep climbs.
Luke finished this stage in 2 hours, 31 minutes, and 49 seconds.
He said his teammates helped him a lot, especially in the final part of the race.
Other teams tried to catch up, but Luke and his team stayed strong.
It was a great performance by Luke, showing his skill and teamwork.
Luke Mudgway won both Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the Pune Grand Tour 2026.
Stage 1 was 90 kilometers long, with Mudgway finishing in 02:00:21.
Stage 2, the Maratha Heritage Circuit, was 105.3 kilometers with steep climbs, finished by Mudgway in 02:31:49.
Mudgway credited his teammates for their support, especially in the final 10 kilometers of Stage 2.
Other teams attempted to challenge Mudgway's lead but were unsuccessful.
- Who
- Luke Mudgway, Andreas Matildas, Yorben Lauryssen, and other cyclists
- What
- Stages 1 and 2 of the Pune Grand Tour 2026
- When
- January 20-21, 2026
- Where
- Mulshi–Maval route and Maratha Heritage Circuit in Pune, India
- Why
- To compete in the inaugural Pune Grand Tour cycling race
Mudgway's Team Strategy
Competitors' Tactics
Team Support
Mudgway's Team Strategy
Mudgway's teammates provided crucial support, especially in the final 10 kilometers, helping him maintain his lead.
Competitors' Tactics
Other teams attempted multiple attacks to break Mudgway's lead but were unsuccessful.
- Winner Stage 1
- Luke Mudgway (Li Ning Star, China) - 02:00:21
- Second Place Stage 1
- Andreas Matildas (Quick Pro Team, Estonia) - 02:00:27
- Third Place Stage 1
- Yorben Lauryssen (Tarteletto–Isorex, Belgium) - 02:00:30
- Stage 1 Distance
- 90 kilometres
- Stage 2 Distance
- 105.3 kilometres
- Stage 2 Elevation Gain
- 1,051 metres
- Race Neutralization Duration
- 23 minutes
- Rider Not Completing Stage 1
- Abdul Halil Mohd Izzat (Malaysia National Team)
- Winner Stage 2
- Luke Mudgway (Li Ning Star, China) - 02:31:49
- Stage 2 Route
- Ladies Club in Camp to Nanded City via Bopdev ghat
- Stage 2 Start Time
- 12:30 pm
Sources
'I knew I had a fast finish': Newlywed Luke Mudgway mastered chaos to win Stage 1 of Pune Grand Tour
Pune Grand Tour 2026: Luke Mudgway sprints to glory in thrilling Stage 1 victory
Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026: Luke Mudgway Powers Through Mulshi–Maval in Thrilling Stage 1
Now, New Zealand cyclist & Trent Boult fan wins Pune Grand Tour Stage 1 yellow jersey in India
Double whammy for Luke Mudgway with consecutive stage wins in Pune Grand Tour
