The 37th Tour du Faso, an international cycling event, has reached its fourth stage, with Dutch cyclist Jonathan Kerkhofs emerging as the winner. The stage, which took place on November 2, 2026, covered a distance of 128.17 kilometers in a closed circuit in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso. Kerkhofs, who started among 73 cyclists, demonstrated remarkable skill and endurance to cross the finish line first.
The fourth stage of the Tour du Faso saw a spectacular finish, with Kerkhofs beating Moroccan cyclist Youssef Bdadou to the finish line. Bdadou finished second, with his compatriot Hamza Amari securing third place. The cyclists completed ten laps of the track on the Boulevard de la Révolution in Bobo-Dioulasso. The event has attracted top cyclists from various countries, showcasing their talent and competitive spirit.
Prior to the fourth stage, Algerian cyclist Hamza Yacine had won the third stage, which took place between Koudougou and Boromo. The stage covered a distance of 158.9 kilometers, and Yacine demonstrated his dominance by completing the course in 3 hours, 27 minutes, and 47 seconds, with an impressive average speed of 45.88 km/h. Burkinabè cyclist Paul Daumont finished second in the stage.
Paul Daumont, the previous edition's yellow jersey holder, showed great determination and finished second in the third stage. His performance earned him a spot on the podium. Meanwhile, the current yellow jersey holder, Dutch cyclist Tom Wijfje, was forced to withdraw from the competition due to injuries sustained during the third stage.
Tom Wijfje's withdrawal from the competition was a significant blow, as he was a strong contender for the top spot. His crash during the third stage highlighted the risks and challenges faced by cyclists in the competition. Despite this setback, the event has continued to showcase the skills and resilience of the participating cyclists.
The 37th Tour du Faso has attracted top cyclists from various countries, including Algeria, Morocco, and the Netherlands. The competition has been fierce, with cyclists pushing themselves to the limit to secure a spot on the podium. The event has also provided a platform for Burkinabè cyclists to showcase their talent and compete against international riders.
The fourth stage of the Tour du Faso marked a significant milestone in the competition, with Jonathan Kerkhofs emerging as the winner. The event will continue to unfold, with cyclists competing in the remaining stages. The 37th Tour du Faso is a testament to the endurance and determination of the participating cyclists, who have braved challenging conditions to compete at the highest level.
Key points
- Dutch cyclist Jonathan Kerkhofs won the 4th stage of the 37th Tour du Faso in Bobo-Dioulasso.
- Algerian cyclist Hamza Yacine won the third stage of the Tour du Faso, completing the course with an impressive average speed of 45.88 km/h.
- The 37th Tour du Faso has attracted top cyclists from various countries, showcasing their talent and competitive spirit.
