Strade Bianche returns this Saturday, featuring the famous white gravel roads and punishing climbs of Tuscany. The 2026 edition centers on the return of Tadej Pogačar, who begins his season in Italy. The double defending champion faces stiff competition from Paul Seixas and Tom Pidcock. Within Team UAE, young talent Isaac del Toro remains a rider to watch as he potentially challenges the internal hierarchy.
The women’s field is equally stacked. Pauline Ferrand-Prévot makes her 2026 debut against a high-caliber peloton. Competition includes two-time winners Demi Vollering and Lotte Kopecky, alongside world champions Magdeliene Vallieres and Lucinda Brand.
Organizers RCS adjusted the 2026 course by shortening total distances and thinning the sterrato sections. These modifications aim to spark aggressive, tactical racing across the rolling terrain before the finish in Siena.
Also read: Strade Bianche 2026 Odds and Favorites
Event Schedule
| Race | Distance / Elevation | Estimated Time (CET) |
|---|---|---|
| Strade Bianche Donne | 133km / 2,500m+ | 10:20 – 13:45 |
| Strade Bianche Men | 203km / 4,000m+ | 11:45 – 16:30 |
Where to Watch Strade Bianche 2026
Live coverage and highlight packages are available globally through various streaming platforms and traditional networks.
- USA: HBO Max carries the live feed for American viewers.
- Canada: FloBikes provides exclusive coverage.
- UK: Fans can watch via TNT and Discovery+.
- Australia: SBS manages the broadcast.
- Global: International viewers can access the race through RAI, Sporza, VRT, TV2, Eurosport, and NOS.
Check TipsGG for full results and technical analysis following the finish in Piazza del Campo.