Vuelta a Espana: GB's Matthew Brennan wins 11th stage with sprint finish to notch hat-trick of victories
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Key Points:
- Britain's Matthew Brennan secured his third victory at the 2026 Vuelta a Espana by winning stage 11, a 153.8km sprint from Cartagena to Lorca.
- Brennan, 21, successfully held off competitors Bryan Coquard and Jordi Meeus, marking an impressive performance in his first Grand Tour.
- Enric Mas retained the overall race lead with a 1 minute and 18-second advantage over Primoz Roglic, while Britain's Oscar Onley sits fourth, just over a minute behind.
- Brennan credited his team's support for his success, highlighting their experience and strong teamwork in the final 10 kilometers of the stage.
- Stage 12 will feature a challenging 166.6km mountain route from Vera with five categorized climbs, including a summit finish at Calar Alto.
