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Figueirense Afonso Eulálio finished 9th in Montréal in dress rehearsal for the World Championships

Diário de Coimbra14 September 2026 at 16:32

Afonso Eulálio, cyclist from Figueira da Foz, finished in 9th place at the GP de Montréal, held yesterday. This was another standout performance by the Bahrain Victorious rider, who continues to show good form in the final stretch of the season.

The race took place on the same circuit that in two weeks will host the road race at the Cycling World Championships. Thus, the GP de Montréal served as a dress rehearsal for the Worlds, allowing the favorites to test the route.

The fact that Eulálio achieved a top 10 in a preparation race for the World Championships is a strong indication of his abilities. The young Portuguese rider has been establishing himself as one of the most consistent riders on his team at this stage of the season.

The result reinforces expectations for Eulálio in the final race of the season. The Figueira da Foz rider arrives at the Worlds with renewed confidence after this 9th place in Montréal.

Why this matters

Afonso Eulálio's result at the GP de Montréal is significant for Portuguese cycling fans, as the Bahrain Victorious rider showed good form just weeks before the World Championships, a competition for which he has already demonstrated ability on the Canadian circuit where it will take place.

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