The Amstel Gold Race returns on April 19, 2026, as the first of three Ardennes classics and the most prestigious one-day race on Dutch territory. The men’s elite field tackles 257 km with 34 named climbs from Maastricht to Berg en Terblijt, while the women’s race covers 158-160 km with 22 climbs. This traditional Sunday fixture after Paris-Roubaix carries immense weight in the spring calendar.
Event Preview
Remco Evenepoel (Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe) arrives as the clear favorite following a strong third-place finish at Tour of Flanders. The Belgian climber’s form on the Ardennes terrain makes him the standout pick at the top of the market. Defending champion Mattias Skjelmose (Lidl-Trek) returns to defend his 2025 title and holds legitimate credentials to repeat.
The race features a demanding circuit finish with key climbs including Eyserbosweg, Keutenberg, Geulhemmerberg, Bemelerberg, and the decisive Cauberg. The finish comes 2 km after the Cauberg summit, rewarding sustained climbing power and tactical execution.
Significant absences shape the field: Tadej Pogačar, Mathieu van der Poel, and Wout van Aert skip the race. Tom Pidcock (Pinarello-Q36.5) remains highly uncertain after a heavy crash at Tour of Catalonia. Christian Scaroni represents another strong option among the contenders.
Amstel Gold Race Odds
| Selection | N1Bet | Ivibet | 22Bet |
| Remco Evenepoel | 2.20 | 2.20 | 2.10 |
| Tom Pidcock | 7.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 |
| Mattias Skjelmose | 7.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 |
| Mauro Schmid | 15.00 | 15.00 | 15.00 |
| Kevin Vauquelin | 13.00 | 15.00 | 15.00 |
| Paul Lapeira | 21.00 | 23.00 | 23.00 |
| Matteo Jorgenson | 23.00 | 17.00 | 17.00 |
| Ben Healy | 26.00 | 23.00 | 26.00 |
| Romain Gregoire | 21.00 | 26.00 | 26.00 |
| Dorian Godon | 34.00 | 51.00 | 51.00 |
| Andrea Vendrame | 34.00 | 51.00 | 51.00 |
| Jhonathan Narvaez | 51.00 | 67.00 | 67.00 |
| Brandon McNulty | 67.00 | — | — |
| Tibor Del Grosso | 34.00 | 67.00 | 67.00 |
| Alex Aranburu | 41.00 | 67.00 | 67.00 |
| Tim Wellens | 51.00 | 67.00 | 67.00 |
| Quinn Simmons | 51.00 | 67.00 | 67.00 |
| Axel Laurence | 81.00 | — | — |
| Andrea Kron | 81.00 | — | — |
| Quinten Hermans | 51.00 | 67.00 | 67.00 |
| Christian Scaroni | 67.00 | 81.00 | 81.00 |
| Marc Hirschi | 81.00 | 100.00 | 100.00 |
| Alex Baudin | 100.00 | 81.00 | 81.00 |
| Antoine LHote | 67.00 | 81.00 | 81.00 |
| Christophe Laporte | 81.00 | 67.00 | 100.00 |
| Benoit Cosnefroy | 51.00 | 67.00 | 67.00 |
| Brady Gilmore | 100.00 | 81.00 | 81.00 |
| Ion Izagirre | 125.00 | 100.00 | 100.00 |
| Albert Withen Philipsen | 81.00 | 100.00 | 100.00 |
| Michael Valgren | 125.00 | 81.00 | 81.00 |
| Valentin Madouas | 125.00 | 125.00 | 150.00 |
| Mauri Vansevenant | 81.00 | 100.00 | 100.00 |
| Pello Bilbao | 100.00 | 125.00 | 100.00 |
| Pavel Sivakov | 150.00 | 125.00 | 150.00 |
| Clement Champoussin | 125.00 | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Clement Venturini | 81.00 | 125.00 | 150.00 |
| Alexander Kamp | 100.00 | 100.00 | 100.00 |
| Joseph Blackmore | 100.00 | 125.00 | 150.00 |
| Julian Alaphilippe | 81.00 | 100.00 | 100.00 |
| Soren Kragh Andersen | 100.00 | 125.00 | 150.00 |
| Maximilian Schachmann | 100.00 | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Ben Tulett | 100.00 | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Jenno Berckmoes | 125.00 | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Matej Mohoric | 125.00 | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Alexandre Delettre | 125.00 | 150.00 | 150.00 |
| Bryan Coquard | 125.00 | 200.00 | 200.00 |
Start Time
The Amstel Gold Race begins in the Netherlands. Check local broadcast schedules for exact start times in your region.
- Central European Time (CET): Major European markets including France, Germany, and Spain
- British Summer Time (BST): United Kingdom and Ireland
- Eastern European Time (EET): Eastern Europe and parts of Africa
- Pacific Time (PT): United States West Coast
- Eastern Time (ET): United States East Coast
Evenepoel’s dominance in the market reflects his recent form and climbing credentials on terrain suited to his strengths. Skjelmose’s 7.00 odds acknowledge his status as defending champion, while Pidcock’s uncertainty keeps his odds elevated despite proven Ardennes classic form. The race promises a decisive battle on the Cauberg as climbers test their mettle in the Dutch hills. Follow TipsGG for comprehensive event previews and updated betting options across all major sportsbooks.