2.Pro
Stage race · 5 stages · 800 km
★★★
AlUla Tour
5-stage race through Saudi Arabia's stunning AlUla region, featuring ancient archaeological sites and dramatic desert landscapes. Two sprint stages followed by three days in the hills, culminating with a summit finish.
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Where to watch
Spoiler-safe highlights
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§ 02 — Stages
The route, day by day
1R
ROAD
Tue, Jan 27
AlUla Camel Cup Track → AlUla Camel Cup Track
158km
FLAT · CROSSWIND-RISK
Opening circuit stage at the iconic Camelodrome. Sprint finish expected, but desert winds could create chaos.
2R
ROAD
Wed, Jan 28
AlManshiyah Train Station → AlManshiyah Train Station
152km
FLAT · CROSSWIND-RISK
Second sprint opportunity on another circuit stage through the desert landscape.
3R
ROAD
Thu, Jan 29
Winter Park → Bir Jaydah Mountain Wirkah
142.1km
HILLY
First GC test with a mountain finish at Bir Jaydah. The terrain gets serious.
4R
ROAD
Fri, Jan 30
Winter Park → Hegra
184km
HILLY
Queen stage with the longest distance. Finish at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hegra.
5R🔥
ROAD
Sat, Jan 31
AlUla Old Town → Skyviews of Harrat Uwayrid
163.9km
HILLY · SUMMIT-FINISH
Final stage with summit finish at Skyviews of Harrat Uwayrid. Last chance to shake up the GC.
§ 03 — Startlist & Jerseys
Who to watch & what to watch for
Top Starters
01
J. Milan
Lidl - Trek
02
J. Christen
UAE Team Emirates - XRG
Jerseys
Maillot Jaune
Yellow Jersey
Overall GC leader on aggregate time.
Maillot Vert
Green Jersey
Points classification leader.
Maillot à Pois
Polka Dot Jersey
King of the Mountains.
Maillot Blanc
White Jersey
Best Young Rider.
§ 04 — GC Favourites
Fight for the overall
№ 01 · SPRINTER
J. Milan
Lidl - Trek
UCI #19★★★
№ 02
J. Christen
UAE Team Emirates - XRG
UCI #49★★
§ 05 — Storylines
Narratives to watch
- First race of the UCI ProSeries calendar
- WorldTour teams use this as early-season preparation
- Desert conditions and potential crosswinds add unpredictability
§ 06 — Historical Context
Form book & lore
The AlUla Tour began in 2020 as part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 plan to develop sports tourism. The race showcases the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hegra and the stunning rock formations of AlUla.
§ 07 — Viewing Notes
When to tune in
Early-season form indicator for WorldTour teams. Watch for crosswinds on flat stages and GC action on the mountain finishes.