Paul Seixas wins La Flèche Wallonne, youngest-ever champion
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Paul Seixas, a 19-year-old from Lyon, won La Flèche Wallonne on Wednesday 22 April 2026 with a late attack on the Mur de Huy. He launched his move about 300 meters from the line, crossed the finish in 4:35:29, with Schmid second at +3 seconds and Tulett third. At 19, Seixas becomes the race's youngest champion and instantly positions himself as a leading contender for the remaining Ardennes classics, including Amstel Gold Race and Liège, Bastogne, Liège.
Key Highlights
Paul Seixas attacked with 300 meters to go on the Mur de Huy.
Seixas won in 4:35:29, Schmid finished second at +3 seconds.
At 19, Seixas becomes La Flèche Wallonne's youngest-ever winner.
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