Vuelta a Burgos Féminas: Mischa Bredewold claims stage 3 victory in two-up sprint against Mireia Benito

Mischa Bredewold of SD Worx-Protime secured a thrilling victory on stage 3 of the Vuelta a Burgos Féminas, prevailing in a two-up sprint against Mireia Benito of AG Insurance-Soudal. The 126km stage, which concluded in Medina de Pomar, saw Benito launch a long-range attack 27 kilometres from the finish, establishing a significant lead atop the Alto de Bocos. However, Bredewold mounted a determined chase from a select group, eventually bridging the gap to Benito with six kilometres remaining and then out-sprinting her to claim the stage win. Bredewold’s teammate Lorena Wiebes finished strongly to take third place, helping SD Worx-Protime notch their 400th team victory. The stage featured a challenging route with three classified climbs, including two ascents of the Alto de Bocos in the closing kilometres. Early breakaway efforts were made by six riders, but the peloton gradually reeled them in as the race intensified on the climbs. Benito’s solo move initially looked promising, but Bredewold’s tactical attacks on the descent and final climb fragmented the peloton and set up the decisive chase. The final selection included notable riders such as Amanda Spratt and Silke Smulders, but Bredewold’s strength and timing proved decisive in the closing stages. Bredewold expressed satisfaction with her performance and credited her team’s support, particularly highlighting Wiebes’ role in the sprint and the collective effort that enabled her success. She emphasised the confidence she felt throughout the stage, which allowed her to make the right decisions and attacks at crucial moments. Wiebes retained the overall race lead thanks to bonus seconds earned by finishing third, underscoring the tactical interplay within the SD Worx-Protime squad. The outcome of stage 3 adds further intrigue to the Vuelta a Burgos Féminas, with the general classification remaining closely contested as the race progresses. Bredewold’s victory demonstrates her growing strength and tactical acumen, while the continued presence of Wiebes atop the standings highlights SD Worx-Protime’s dominance. The team’s collective performance and strategic depth will be key factors to watch in the remaining stages as they seek to consolidate their advantage.