Elite Global Racing Starts Here
The best cyclists in the world make their way to the Santos Tour Down Under for the first race of the UCI WorldTour season.
WATCH THE RACE HIGHLIGHTS ON 7PLUS
Watch the race highlights for every stage.
2026 START LISTS
See which WorldTour teams and riders are racing at the 2026 Santos Tour Down Under.
Men's Jersey Leaders
Yamaha Most Competitive Rider:
PASCAL EENKHOORN
SOUDAL QUICK-STEP
Best Placed Overall South Australian presented by Health Partners
CHRIS HARPER
ARA AUSTRALIAN CYCLING TEAM
Wilson Parking Winning Team
TEAM JAYCO ALULA
Yamaha Most Competitive Rider:
CARINA SCHREMPF
FENIX - PREMIER TECH
Best Placed Overall South Australian presented by Health Partners
SOPHIE EDWARDS
ARA AUSTRALIAN CYCLING TEAM
Wilson Parking Winning Team
UAE TEAM ADQ
Santos Best Dressed Town
The Santos Best Dressed Town is more than a competition – it offers an opportunity to showcase creativity, community pride and the spirit that makes each South Australian town unique. View the daily winners from iconic regions across South Australia.
Hall of Fame
The Santos Tour Down Under Hall of Fame recognises athletes, administrators, media representatives and officials who have made a significant contribution to the event since its inception in 1999. In 2026 we are proud to welcome Richie Porte as our newest inductee.
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Race History
The Santos Tour Down Under is Australia's greatest cycling race, with a rich history as the highest-regarded and most popular bike race in the southern hemisphere.
The event was first staged in 1999 with local rider Stuart O’Grady taking the win. Since then, numerous internationally renowned cyclists have joined the Honour Roll. The event has grown year-on-year to become the biggest cycling race in the southern hemisphere.
