The 19th edition of the Grand Prix International d'Alger, a major international cycling competition, began on October 5, 2026, with 93 cyclists from 18 teams participating in the first stage. The stage covered a distance of 115.12 kilometers between Rouiba, Zemmouri, and Rouiba. This prestigious event is part of the UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) calendar, categorized as 2.2.
The competition will run until October 7, 2026, covering a total distance of 605 kilometers. The second stage, scheduled for October 6, will take the cyclists from Bab El Wad to Zeralda, passing through Tipaza, covering a distance of 134.52 kilometers. The third and final stage will be held on October 7, featuring a closed circuit in Sidi Abdallah, with cyclists completing 10 laps of 11.41 kilometers each.
The event has attracted a diverse range of participants, including the Algerian national team and seven other national teams: Oman, Tunisia, Cameroon, Benin, Ethiopia, Mali, and Saudi Arabia. Additionally, four foreign teams that have previously participated in the Tour d'Algerie are taking part: the Dutch team Global Cycling Team, the German team Emprist The World Team, the Belgian team Tartilito Isorex, and the Lithuanian team Energus Cycling Team.
Several local teams are also competing in the event, including the continental team Madar Pro Cycling Team, Mouloudia Alger, Maghdad El Qarara, and the Khmis Miliana Cycling Club. The competition is expected to be fierce, with a mix of experienced and young cyclists vying for the top spots.
Prior to the Grand Prix, another cycling event, the "Classique Jamel El Ham" or "Classic Algiers", took place, with Belgian cyclist Timothy Dupont emerging as the winner. Dupont, riding for the Tartilito Isorex team, demonstrated his skills and secured the top spot in the competition.
The final stage of the Grand Prix International d'Alger will be held on October 9, 2026, featuring a closed circuit in Algiers. The cyclists will complete 11 laps of 11.2 kilometers each, passing through iconic locations such as Che Guevara Street, Pasteur Street, and the Place des Martyrs.
The event is being closely followed by cycling enthusiasts and fans in Algeria and beyond. With its challenging stages and strong field of competitors, the 19th edition of the Grand Prix International d'Alger promises to be an exciting and unpredictable competition.
Key points
- 93 cyclists from 18 teams are competing in the first stage of the Grand Prix International d'Alger.
- The competition will cover a total distance of 605 kilometers over three stages.
- The event has attracted a diverse range of participants, including national teams from Algeria, Oman, Tunisia, and Saudi Arabia, as well as foreign teams from Europe and Africa.
