Remco Evenepoel won Stage 16 of the 2026 Tour de France on Tuesday, claiming victory in the event's sole individual time trial [1, 2].
This victory solidifies Evenepoel's standing as a premier specialist in the race. Because this was the only individual time trial of the competition, the result provides a critical benchmark for the overall general classification standings as the race nears its conclusion.
The stage took place on July 21, 2026 [3, 4]. The route spanned 26.1 km [1, 3], beginning in Évian‑les‑Bains and finishing in Thonon‑les‑Bains, France [2, 3]. Evenepoel outpaced the field to secure the win in the high-speed discipline.
This stage is part of the 113th edition of the Tour de France [5]. The race began on July 4 and is scheduled to conclude on July 26, 2026 [5].
Evenepoel's performance in the 26.1 km [1, 3] stretch showcased his ability to maintain high speeds over the technical terrain between the two towns. The victory marks a significant moment in the third week of the competition — a period where fatigue typically impacts the top contenders.
As the peloton moves toward the final stages of the tour, the time gaps established during this individual effort will likely influence the tactical approach of other riders seeking the yellow jersey.
“Remco Evenepoel won Stage 16 of the 2026 Tour de France”
Evenepoel's victory in the only individual time trial of the 113th Tour de France creates a definitive time separation between the specialists and the climbers. In a race where seconds often decide the final podium, this result forces rivals to take more aggressive risks in the remaining mountain stages to recover lost time.
