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Dubai's iconic road cycling race to return in February
The Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge has announced its highly anticipated return, following a record-breaking 15th edition that saw over 3,300 participants take to the streets of Dubai.
The 16th edition of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge will return to Expo City Dubai, with all Build-Up Rides happening at the Al Qudra Cycle Track. The 2025-2026 season promises to be another thrilling year for cycling enthusiasts, as participants will have the chance to compete and train across a series of key events in the months leading up to the grand finale.
The main event will take place on February 14 and 15, 2026, at Expo City Dubai and will continue to serve as a qualifier for the 2026 UCI Gran Fondo World Series Championship, attracting cyclists from around the globe.
The top 25 per cent of participants in each age category will qualify for the finals in Niseko, Japan, in August 2026.
The opening of registration for the popular event also marks the start of the Aster BIG 5 competition. Comprised of four Build-Up Rides, the BIG 5 provides a roadmap to the fifth and final 92km race, giving cyclists the perfect chance to train and gradually scale up their speed on the cycling tracks of Al Qudra in the months leading up to the main event.
The first male and female riders from each category will receive the iconic and exclusive leader jersey, which will signal their status as the leading rider ahead of each Build-Up Ride. The Team Category also remains, creating an opportunity for cyclists to join forces and compete as a squad of six.
Held in partnership with Dubai Sports Council, Spinneys and Dubai 92, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge is one of the Middle East's premium roads cycling races, regularly attracting thousands of riders from all over the world.
