Isaac del Toro had a strong performance in the third stage of the UAE Tour 2026, finishing in second place after completing the challenging 183 kilometers from Umm al Quwain to Jebel Mobrah in a time of 4 hours, 24 minutes, and 44 seconds. During this stage, the Italian cyclist Antonio Tiberi claimed victory, crossing the line 15 seconds ahead of Del Toro and taking the lead in the general classification. Lennert Van Eetvelt completed the top three podium spots, finishing 29 seconds off the winning time.

Del Toro’s impressive performance places him just 21 seconds behind the newly crowned leader in the overall standings, which makes the contest for the red jersey in the upcoming stages highly competitive. The third stage was significant as it was the first major mountain challenge of the tour, providing del Toro with an opportunity to demonstrate his competitive edge and resilience on difficult terrain. As he continues to vie for the overall title, each subsequent stage will be critical in determining the eventual winner of this prestigious cycling event.

Looking ahead, the next stage of the UAE Tour is set to take place on February 19, where del Toro will have another chance to either close the gap or reclaim the lead in the competition. With the current standings being so close, the anticipated excitement among fans is at an all-time high as the riders prepare for what could be a pivotal phase in the UAE Tour 2026.