In the second stage of the UAE Tour, a prestigious UCI 2.UWT race, reigning world champion and Olympic gold medalist Remco Evenepoel claimed victory in the time trial segment with a time of 13 minutes and 3 seconds, achieving an impressive average speed of just over 56 km/h. English cyclist Joshua Tarling and French rider Remi Cavagna followed closely behind, finishing second and third respectively, while Estonian cyclist Madis Mihkels came in 107th.

Meanwhile, Oliver Mätik, racing for the Tudor Pro Cycling Team, marked the beginning of his season in Spain, competing in the Almeria one-day race that is being held for the 39th time this year. The young cyclist, aged 19, finished 74th, which marks a starting point for his performance in the ongoing racing season. His participation in Spain showcases the increasing interest and competitiveness of Estonian cyclists on the international stage.

As the UAE Tour progresses, Evenepoel has taken the lead, with Tarling and Cavagna closely following him in the overall rankings. The next stage, planned for Wednesday, will cover 183 kilometers and feature a challenging finish at the Jebel Mobrahi ascent, setting the stage for more excitement in the ongoing race with implications for the standings of many riders.