Oman • One-day Classic
A shimmering desert battleground where the jagged peaks of the Al Hajar Mountains meet the turquoise edge of the Gulf of Oman. This punchy one-day odyssey demands explosive power on short, leg-breaking gradients, rewarding the bold who can survive the relentless Arabian sun and a frantic coastal descent into Al Bustan.
Total Editions
1
Latest Winner
TBD
First Edition
2026
Race Type
One-day
A punchy profile featuring short, explosive climbs such as Al Jissah and Al Hamriyah with gradients often exceeding 10%. The race is defined by arid, mountainous terrain, intense desert heat, and a technical finale that favors puncheurs and versatile sprinters over pure climbers.
The Muscat Classic was inaugurated by ASO as a prestigious one-day prelude to the Tour of Oman.
Belgian rider Jenthe Biermans claimed the inaugural victory, triumphing in a high-speed finish from a reduced bunch.
Browse all historical editions and their results
| Year | Winner | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TBD |
The race was officially promoted to the UCI ProSeries calendar, cementing its status as the premier one-day classic in the Middle East.