The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Youth today unveiled the details of the 15th edition of the Tour of Oman 2026, which will commence on 6 February with the participation of 18 international teams. This was announced during a press conference held today. Saif Sabaa Al Rashidi, Chairman of Oman Cycling Association and Director of Tour of Oman, stated that the Tour was launched in 2010 and has witnessed significant development, becoming one of the most prominent cycling races worldwide. Over time, it has risen to prominence on the International Cycling Union's (UCI) calendar, establishing it as a premier global sporting event, he pointed out. He added, "This edition will feature 18 international teams alongside Oman team. The race stages have been approved, beginning with the 'Muscat Classic' race from Al Mawj to Al Bustan, covering a distance of 179.165 kilometers. The first stage of the Tour will start from the Flagpole in Muscat Governorate to Hawyat Jijm (Sink Hole) in the Wilayat of Quriyat, covering 174.838 kilometers. The second stage will run from Al Fayha in the Wilayat of Samail to Al Jabal Al Sharqi in the Wilayat of Al Hamra, spanning 193.442 kilometers. The third stage will start from A’Rustaq Fort to Yitti, covering 194.968 kilometers. The Tour's fourth stage will run from Al Suwadi Beach in the Wilayat of Barka to the Wilayat of Sohar, a distance of 151.263 kilometers. The final stage will start from the Wilayat of Nizwa to the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdar, covering 159.270 kilometers."
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