Ciclistul ecuadorian Richard Carapaz, desemnat cel mai combativ rutier din Turul Franței 2026

Richard Carapaz was named the most combative rider of the 2026 Tour de France, marking his second time receiving this honor. His aggressive strategy in the final week led to two stage victories and the polka dot jersey. The award was determined by a combination of public votes and jury selection, with Carapaz receiving around 3,100 votes. This achievement secures EF Education-EasyPost their third consecutive award, following Ben Healy's win in 2025. Carapaz will also be recognized on the podium for winning the climbing classification, finishing eighth overall in the general classification.