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The complete betting markets for the only multi-day WorldTour stage race in the Benelux
The Renewi Tour reaches its 21st edition from 19 to 23 August 2026, with all five stages on Belgian soil. The race is the only multi-day UCI WorldTour stage race in the Benelux and brings all 18 UCI WorldTeams and 4 ProTeams to the start. On this page we explain the key facts behind the betting markets: which markets are available for a stage race, how live betting during a stage works, and what you should know about the route and the defending champion. At the top of this page you'll always find the latest markets per stage and for the general classification.
Types of bets on the Renewi Tour
For a stage race like the Renewi Tour, the betting markets aren't just about who wins on a single day. The overall winner of the general classification is the best-known outright market: you predict who has the lowest combined time after five stages. There's also the stage winner for each stage, where the profile of that specific day (flat, hilly or a finish after a short climb) strongly determines which riders are in contention.
Stage races also have secondary classifications. The points classification rewards consistency and sprint success across the whole week, while the mountains classification awards points on climbs such as the Muur van Geraardsbergen in the queen stage. Other markets include a top 3 or top 10 finish in a stage or in the general classification, and head-to-head bets between two named riders. Available markets can vary per stage; no analysis or statistic predicts the outcome with certainty. The full overview per stage is at the top of this page.
Live betting during a stage
You don't have to place your prediction before the start: in a stage race, the dynamic of a stage can turn completely on an early breakaway, a crash, or the pace the favourites' teams set in the closing kilometres. During the stage, the odds adjust to how the race unfolds, for example as the breakaway's lead grows or shrinks heading into the finish.
Especially on a day with a climb shortly before the finish, such as the stage to Geraardsbergen, the gap between the favourites for the stage win can change quickly in the final kilometres. Set a betting limit in advance and stick to it, even when a stage gets hectic.
Favourites for the 2026 edition
Arnaud De Lie (Lotto-Intermarché) won the 2025 edition ahead of Mathieu van der Poel (2nd) and Tim Wellens (3rd, and the race's record holder with four overall wins), making him the defending champion heading into 2026. His participation in this edition had not been officially confirmed at the time of writing. All three combine speed with strong performances on short, sharp climbs, which suits the Renewi Tour route. More background on the defending champion can be found on our Arnaud De Lie page.
The full start list for the 2026 edition will only be officially confirmed shortly before the start, after the team presentation on 18 August in Diest. Once it's known, you'll find the updated start list on our page about the participants of the Renewi Tour 2026.
The route in brief
The 2026 edition counts five stages, all in Belgium: an opening stage through the Hageland (Diest-Diest), a sprinters' stage between Blankenberge and Ardooie, the queen stage from Celles to Geraardsbergen with the Bosberg and the Muur van Geraardsbergen, a stage through the Limburg marl country between Riemst and Bilzen-Hoeselt, and a flat closing stage in and around Leuven. The full stage schedule with distances and profiles can be found on our route page; the race's history (from Eneco Tour to Renewi Tour) is on our history page.
Betting via the Napoleon Sports app
With the Napoleon Sports app, you can follow the Renewi Tour and manage your bets on your smartphone. You'll find the markets per stage there, live betting during the race, and the outrights for the general classification. The markets and available features may vary by device or version.
Via the app you can check your open bets, your balance and the latest results. Settings such as betting limits are available to help manage your play; which options are available can be seen in your account.
Betting legally with a Belgian bookmaker
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Frequently asked questions about betting on the Renewi Tour
Which markets can I bet on during the Renewi Tour?
Markets can include the overall winner of the general classification, the winner of each stage, the points and mountains classifications, top 3/top 10 finishes and head-to-head bets between riders.
Can I bet live during a stage?
Yes. While the stage is under way, the odds adjust to how the race unfolds, for example as the gap between the breakaway and the peloton changes.
Who is the defending champion of the Renewi Tour?
Arnaud De Lie won the 2025 edition, ahead of Mathieu van der Poel and Tim Wellens. His participation in the 2026 edition had not been officially confirmed at the time of writing.
How many stages does the Renewi Tour 2026 have, and where are they held?
Five stages, from 19 to 23 August 2026, all in Belgium: Diest-Diest, Blankenberge-Ardooie, Celles-Geraardsbergen, Riemst-Bilzen-Hoeselt and Leuven-Leuven.
Can I legally bet on cycling in Belgium?
Yes, with a licensed operator such as Napoleon Sports, which is licensed by the Belgian Gaming Commission. You must be at least 21 years old to place a bet.
More about the Renewi Tour 2026
Want to dive deeper into the race? Our wiki has more background on the route, the riders and the history.