Australia • One-day Classic
A wind-sculpted odyssey along Australia's rugged Surf Coast where the peloton battles invisible walls of Bass Strait crosswinds before a gladiatorial finale on the punchy gradients of Challambra Crescent. It is a race where the serene beauty of the Shipwreck Coast masks a relentless test of early-season grit, demanding tactical perfection amidst the deafening cheers of Geelong’s urban amphitheater.
| Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
The course is defined by its brutal exposure to coastal crosswinds and the repetitive, punchy climbs of Challambra Crescent. It combines high-speed, technical road racing with a spectator-heavy urban finishing circuit that favors versatile puncheurs and tactical opportunists.
The inaugural women's edition is held and won by Australian rider Rachel Neylan.
The race is elevated to the UCI Women's WorldTour, becoming the premier one-day race in the Southern Hemisphere.
Liane Lippert triumphs in a legendary, rain-soaked edition that marked the final major race before the global pandemic hiatus.
Nineteen-year-old Rosita Reijnhout becomes the youngest winner in the race's history, showcasing the event's reputation for crowning new stars.