Merlier wins final stage

Tim Merlier of the Soudal Quick-Step team won the fifth and final stage of the Eneco Tour 2026 on Sunday, securing his 80th professional victory at the age of 33. His win came after a sprint finish where he outpaced Dylan Groenewegen and Davide Donati.

Unibet Rose Rockets' attempt fails

During the final stage, the Unibet Rose Rockets team tried to break away in the final corner, but Merlier stayed cautious and maintained his lead, ensuring his victory in the sprint finish.

Campenaerts wins first stage race

Victor Campenaerts of Team Visma | Lease a Bike claimed his first stage race victory in his career, finishing ahead of Wessel Mouris and Finn Fisher-Black on the final podium. This marked a significant milestone in Campenaerts' professional cycling career.

Campenaerts retains leader's jersey

In the general classification, Campenaerts kept his orange leader's jersey after finishing 10th in the final stage. He extended his lead over Mouris by 15 seconds and Fisher-Black by 30 seconds, solidifying his position at the top of the overall standings.