Giro 2026: Riders and teams

Simon Yates - Giro 2026: Riders and teamsfoto: Cor VosThe 2025 Giro d’Italia was won by Simon Yates, who will not to defend his title as he retired form racing in January. The first former winner to confirm his participation was Jai Hindley, who took home the Trofeo Senza Fine in 2022. On this page you’ll find out which other riders have since been added to the start list.

Read about the start list of the upcoming Giro.

Another interesting read: records & winners Giro d’Italia.

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Giro 2026: Route

Giro d'Italia 2026
The 2026 Giro d’Italia will get under way in Bulgaria. The Blockhaus provides an iconic summit finish, while the extremely steep Piani di Pezzè bring a brutal conclusion to stage 19. Stage 16, held entirely in Switzerland, also promises to be a blockbuster. There is only one time trial on the menu, but it is a long – and flat – one.
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Giro 2026: Riders

Jai Hindley - Giro 2026: RidersFour years after winning the Giro, Jai Hindley returns to Italy to try and win back his crown. Who else is on the provisional start list?
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Giro d'Italia: Winners and records

Simon Yates - Giro d'Italia: Winners and recordsThe Giro d’Italia began in 1909 in a bid to increase sales for La Gazzetta dello Sport. Italian riders dominated the early decades of the race but that changed from the 60's onward. Cyclingstage.com presents the recent winners and record holders from Italy's grand tour.
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