The Netherlands claimed victory in the opening stage of the 37th Tour du Faso, held on Friday, October 30, 2026, between Ouagadougou and Kaya, covering a distance of 152.15 km. Burkinabè rider Souleymane Koné finished in second place, while his fellow countryman Paul Daumont secured fifth.
In this initial arrival, the Burkinabè cyclists managed to position themselves among the top competitors. Souleymane Koné, in particular, delivered an impressive performance by reaching the podium in this first stage.
This strong start sets the tone for the remainder of the competition. The representatives from Burkina Faso will now need to build on this initial result as the stages progress, with the goal of making their mark in this 37th edition.
