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.
Total Editions
1
Latest Winner
TBD
First Edition
2026
Race Type
One-day
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.
Browse all historical editions and their results
| Year | Winner | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TBD |
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.