Australia • Stage Race
The cycling season awakens under a blistering southern sun, where the ochre jersey is forged in the furnace of the outback. It is a high-speed dance through wind-swept vineyards and up the punishing, spectator-lined slopes of Willunga Hill, where the peloton shakes off winter’s slumber with a visceral explosion of power and sweat.
| Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
Characterized by extreme summer heat often exceeding 40°C, the race features short, punchy climbs, technical urban circuits, and the iconic, wind-swept ascent of Willunga Hill.
The inaugural race was won by local hero Stuart O'Grady, establishing an immediate Australian legacy;
It made history as the first event outside of Europe to be granted UCI ProTour status;
Richie Porte secured his fifth consecutive victory on the iconic Willunga Hill, cementing his status as the king of the race's signature climb;
The competition returned to the WorldTour calendar following a two-year hiatus with a revamped, more mountainous route.