Luke Mudgway Wins First Two Stages, Retains Yellow Jersey at Pune Grand Tour 2026

Luke Mudgway of China's Li Ning Star team won both Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026, retaining the Yellow Jersey and securing a 10-second time bonus. The multi-stage race covers challenging terrain across Pune, featuring steep climbs and technical descents. Mudgway credited his teammates for their support during critical moments. Alan Carter Bettles (Thailand) and Yorben Lauryssen (Belgium) finished second and third respectively in Stage 2, with Lauryssen achieving consecutive podiums. Other jersey leaders include Stefan Benetton (King of the Mountains) and Jambaljamts Sainbayar (Best Asian Rider).