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Paris–Roubaix 2026

Paris–Roubaix 2026 was the 123rd edition of the men’s Paris–Roubaix one-day road cycling race, held in France on 12 April 2026.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Paris–Roubaix 2026 was the 123rd edition of the men’s Paris–Roubaix one-day road cycling race, held in France on 12 April 2026. It was part of the 2026 UCI World Tour and was won by Belgium’s Wout van Aert in a sprint finish against Tadej Pogačar.

Race overview

Paris–Roubaix 2026 was a single-day professional men’s road cycling race in northern France. It formed part of the UCI World Tour and continued the long-running Paris–Roubaix tradition.

Route

The 2026 men’s race ran from Compiègne to Roubaix over 258.3 km. The course included 30 cobbled sectors covering 54.8 km, ending at the Roubaix velodrome.

Result

Belgian rider Wout van Aert won the race after defeating world champion Tadej Pogačar in a sprint finish. Jasper Stuyven completed the podium in third place.

Records and significance

The 2026 edition was reported as the fastest in the race’s history, with an average speed of 48.91 km/h. It was the 123rd running of the men’s Paris–Roubaix and the 16th event of the 2026 UCI World Tour.

Key facts

  • The race took place on 12 April 2026 and was officially part of the 2026 UCI World Tour.
  • It was the 123rd edition of Paris–Roubaix.
  • Wout van Aert won the race, with Tadej Pogačar second and Jasper Stuyven third.
  • The event was reported as the fastest edition of Paris–Roubaix, with an average speed of 48.91 km/h.
  • The 2026 edition featured 30 cobbled sectors totaling 54.8 km.
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Canadian context

Paris–Roubaix is followed by Canadian cycling fans as one of the sport’s most prestigious one-day races, and its World Tour status makes it relevant to Canadian viewers and broadcasters covering elite road cycling.

Frequently asked questions

Who won Paris–Roubaix 2026?
Wout van Aert won Paris–Roubaix 2026 for Visma–Lease a Bike.
When was Paris–Roubaix 2026 held?
It was held on 12 April 2026.
What was the distance of the men’s race?
The men’s race covered 258.3 km.
Where did the race start and finish?
It started in Compiègne and finished in Roubaix, France.
Was Paris–Roubaix 2026 part of the UCI World Tour?
Yes. It was part of the 2026 UCI World Tour.
Was it a record-fast edition?
Yes. It was reported as the fastest Paris–Roubaix edition, averaging 48.91 km/h.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Paris%E2%80%93Roubaix
    Supports: Date, edition number, winner, average speed, and World Tour status
  2. Cycling Weekly — https://www.cyclingweekly.com/tag/paris-roubaix
    Supports: Date, route start and finish, distance, cobbled sectors, and same-day men’s and women’s scheduling
  3. Cyclingnews — https://www.cyclingnews.com/pro-cycling/races/paris-roubaix-2026/
    Supports: Race category, date, start and finish locations, distance, and historical context
  4. Domestique Cycling — https://www.domestiquecycling.com/en/features/paris-roubaix-2026-preview/
    Supports: Distance, start location, finish location, and cobbled sectors
  5. BikeRadar — https://www.bikeradar.com/news/paris-roubaix-2026-route-revealed-will-it-make-the-race-even-faster
    Supports: Route details, distance, cobbled sectors, and same-day women’s race note
  6. Cyclingstage — https://www.cyclingstage.com/paris-roubaix-2026/
    Supports: Winner, podium, distance, cobbled sectors, and race date