Luke Mudgway Wins First Two Stages, Leads 2026 Pune Grand Tour Amid Crashes

Luke Mudgway of Li Ning Star secured back-to-back victories in the first two stages of the 2026 Pune Grand Tour, earning the Yellow Jersey and valuable time bonuses. The race featured challenging terrain, including steep climbs and technical descents, and was temporarily neutralised for 23 minutes due to crashes affecting multiple riders. Mudgway credited his sprint finish and team support for his wins, while other riders like Andreas Matildas and Yorben Lauryssen consistently placed on the podium. Indian cyclist Harshveer Singh Sekhon was the top domestic performer.