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Calendar/February 2026/Vuelta a Andalucia - Ruta del Sol
2.Pro Stage race · 5 stages · 820 km ★★★

Vuelta
a Andalucia - Ruta del Sol

The Vuelta a Andalucia (Ruta del Sol) is one of Spain's most historic stage races, held annually in February through the sun-baked roads of Andalusia. The challenging terrain with multiple climbs each day makes this a race for puncheurs and all-rounders rather than pure sprinters.

§ Watch

Where to watch

🇺🇸United States
HBO Max
streaming · LIVE · $
US via HBO Max (Eurosport/WBD). UK on TNT Sports/Discovery+.
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Discovery+/Eurosport
streaming · LIVE · $
Broadcast notes

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§ 02 — Stages

The route, day by day

§ 03 — Startlist & Jerseys

Who to watch & what to watch for

Top Starters

01
T. Pidcock
Pinarello-Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team
02
R. Grégoire
Groupama - FDJ United
03
J. Christen
UAE Team Emirates - XRG

Jerseys

Maillot Rojo
Red Jersey
Overall GC leader.
Maillot Verde
Green Jersey
Points classification leader.
Maillot de la Montaña
Mountain Jersey
King of the Mountains.
Maillot Blanco
White Jersey
Best Young Rider.
§ 04 — GC Favourites

Fight for the overall

№ 01 · ONE-DAY
T. Pidcock
Pinarello-Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team
UCI #7★★★★
№ 02 · PUNCHEUR
R. Grégoire
Groupama - FDJ United
UCI #28★★★
№ 03
J. Christen
UAE Team Emirates - XRG
UCI #49★★
§ 05 — Storylines

Narratives to watch

§ 07 — Viewing Notes

When to tune in

Expect aggressive racing throughout - there are few easy stages in this race. Spanish teams and riders are particularly motivated. Hot conditions in Andalusia add to the challenge.