# Waerenskjold wins first race in record-fast stage

Norwegian cyclist Waerenskjold claimed his maiden victory in the fastest-ever stage of the race. The stage set a new record for average speed, highlighting the high pace of competition. This win marks a breakthrough for the rider in his professional career.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cycling/articles/c78y88pndeqo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:23:40 GMT

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/7/15/norways-waerenskjold-wins-fastest-tour-de-france-stage-in-history?traffic_source=rss) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:46:51 +0000